Ephedra Side Effects
Serious Side Effects of Ephedra
Ephedra has been banned for its serious side effects which include:
- Death caused by complications from the drug
- Heart damage
- Increased rate of heat stroke
- Kidney stones
- Tremors
Ephedra should not be used if pregnant or nursing. Ephedra should not be ingested within a week or two of a surgery.
Ephedra is banned in America.
Warnings & Recalls for Ephedra
Ephedra is currently banned in the U.S.
Ephedra Treatment and Use
Ephedra Treatment and Use
Ephedra is an herbal supplement used for weight loss, although the herb itself has been used in conjunction with other herbs as a remedy for cold.
How does Ephedra Work?
Ephedra, as it is commonly known, is a combination of two plant alkaloids, ephedrine and psuedophedrine, which are said to stimulate the brain when ingested, and thus stimulate various body functions, such as the opening and the closing of the lungs, or the increase in heart rate.
Because Ephedra stimulates certain brain receptors, like the ones that control your heart, it has been flagged by the FDA, and is currently banned in the U.S.A.
Other Names for Ephedra
Generic Name: Ephedra
Lawsuits & Legal Information for Ephedra
Author:
RobM
Posted on Jul 30, 2012
