Five companies received warning letters from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) about their use of a chemical similar to amphetamine called beta-methylphenylethylamine (BMPEA) in a total of eight products. BMPEA is not a legal dietary ingredient, and any products that contain BMPEA are not legal dietary supplements. The warning letters were issued after several products listing Acacia rigidula as an ingredient were found to contain BMPEA.
The information in this brief report is intended for informational purposes only, and is meant to help users better understand health concerns. This information should not be interpreted as specific medical advice. Users should consult with a qualified healthcare provider for specific questions regarding therapies, diagnosis and/or health conditions, prior to making therapeutic decisions. Copyright © 2024 NatMed. Commercial distribution or reproduction prohibited. NatMed is the leading provider of high-quality, evidence-based, clinically-relevant information on natural medicine, dietary supplements, herbs, vitamins, minerals, functional foods, diets, complementary practices, CAM modalities, exercises and medical conditions. Monograph sections include interactions with herbs, drugs, foods and labs, contraindications, depletions, dosing, toxicology, adverse effects, pregnancy and lactation data, synonyms, safety and effectiveness.
