Ephdra

Were you looking for information about Ephedra? Ephdra is a common misspelling of ephedra.
 
There is some evidence that ephedra (ma huang) may help people lose weight by suppressing the appetite and increasing metabolism. However, ephedra is similar to amphetamines and can cause potentially dangerous side effects (such as heart attacks, strokes, or seizures). Due to these safety concerns, the FDA banned ephedra in the United States. However, some online retailers may still sell ephedra illegally.
 
(For the complete eMedTV article on this weight loss pill, click Ephedra. This article offers an in-depth look at the safety and effectiveness of ephedra and explains what you should know before buying the drug.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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