What is dexatrim and what is it used for?
Dexatrim is one diet supplement that changes like a chameleon. It seems a new mix of supposedly effective weight loss ingredients is concocted into an all new “proprietor’s blend” formulation every few years. In 2001, Dexatrim products were recalled because they contained the ingredient phenylpropanolamine (PPA) , which over time became strongly linked to increased stroke risk, and was subsequently banned by the FDA. Then, in 2002, the FDA recalled all products containing the ingredient ephedra due to its serious and harmful side effects such as stroke, heart attack and even death. Chettem Inc., the manufacturer of Dexatrim, was yet again forced to pull its reformulated products with ephedra from the market. Now, we have a whole new line of Dexatrim products containing a multitude of new and mysterious ingredients. Supplements are not regulated It is important to note that because Dexatrim is a “dietary supplement ” and is available over the counter, none of the company’s claims about
