CortiSlim® is a popular weight loss supplement. In fact, many CortiSlim products are available. These products contain a variety of different active ingredients that supposedly help with weight loss.
CortiSlim products are made by Window Rock Enterprises, Inc.
Original CortiSlim contains the following active ingredients:
- Vitamin C
- Calcium
- Chromium
- Cortiplex® proprietary blend, which contains beta-sitosterol, L-theanine, and magnolia bark
- Leptiplex® proprietary blend, which contains green tea and CortiSlim
- Insutrol® propriety blend, which contains banaba leaf extract and vanadyl sulfate.
CortiSlim Burn™ contains the following active ingredients:
CortiSlim Control™ contains just one active ingredient (
glucomannan). CortiSlim Energy Punch™ contains the following active ingredients:
- Niacin
- Vitamin B6
- Vitamin B12
- Pantothenic acid
- Calcium
- "Proprietary Bioactive Energy Matrix," which contains taurine, D-glucuronolactone, caffeine, yerba mate leaf extract, guarana, and kola nut seed extract.
Initially, these products claimed to cause significant weight loss (especially loss of belly fat) by reducing the level of cortisol (a "stress hormone"). However, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) called these claims "false and unsubstantiated," and the manufacturer can no longer make such claims.
There is no adequate published research that shows CortiSlim has any effect on cortisol. Many of the ingredients in these products are simply stimulants, which may work to control the appetite or increase metabolism, but may also have dangerous side effects. All CortiSlim products (except CortiSlim Control) contain stimulants.
There is a lack of scientific evidence supporting a conclusion that CortiSlim is effective for weight loss. No adequate research studies have been performed and published using these products for weight loss.
The dose the manufacturer recommends depends on the particular product
(see CortiSlim Dosage for more information).
Side Effects of CortiSlim
Because CortiSlim products have not been adequately studied, very little is known about the side effects. Based on the stimulant content of most of these products, it is reasonable to assume that the following stimulant side effects are possible:
(Click CortiSlim Side Effects to learn more, including potentially serious side effects you should report immediately to your healthcare provider.)
Safety Issues With CortiSlim
Some people may be more likely to experience problems due to drugs and supplements. Therefore, you should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking CortiSlim if you have:
Also, let your healthcare provider know if you are:
Make sure to tell your healthcare provider about any other medicines you are taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
(Click Is CortiSlim Safe? for more information, including any available warnings and precautions.)
What If I Take an Overdose?
Because most CortiSlim products contain stimulants, it is reasonable to assume that taking too much can cause stimulant overdose effects, such as:
- Insomnia
- Muscle twitching
- Difficulty breathing
- Confusion
- Loss of consciousness
- Fever
- An irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia)
- A rapid heart rate (tachycardia)
- Hallucinations
- Dizziness
- Seizures
- Loss of life.
How Should CortiSlim Be Stored?
Refer to the label of your individual product for information on how best to store it. Keep this -- and all supplements and medications -- out of the reach of children.
