Lipovox

Lipovox is a supplement that is available over-the-counter and may help improve acne and wrinkles, as well as help people lose weight. According to the Web site, it contains extracts from several "super foods." However, absolutely no research has been done to show that it is safe or effective. Prior to taking Lipovox, tell your healthcare provider if you have any health problems or allergies.

 

What Is Lipovox?

Lipovox® is a non-prescription supplement that supposedly helps treat acne and wrinkles, and can help people lose weight. The Web site for this product claims that Lipovox contains extracts from several different "super foods."
 
(Click Lipovox Uses for more information.)
 

Who Makes It?

Lipovox is made by GD Laboratories.
 

How Does Lipovox Work?

Supposedly, Lipovox contains extracts from several different "super foods" that help people lose weight and that improve acne and wrinkles. Some of these super foods may contain antioxidants, fiber, or various nutrients. Lipovox claims to contain the following ingredients:
 
  • Brazilian acai fruit
  • Barley juice concentrate
  • Cayenne pepper
  • Wheatgrass extract
  • Garlic extract
  • Buckwheat
  • Flaxseed
  • Alfalfa sprouts
  • Lactobacillus acidophilus
  • Soybean extracts
  • Green tea extract
  • Salmon oil powder
  • Alpha lipoic acid (ALA)
  • Dimethylaminoethanol.
     

Is It Effective?

Absolutely no research has been done to show that Lipovox is effective or even safe. The official Web site for the product contains little information about it or the company that makes it (no contact information is given), and the Web site even misspells the name of one of the key ingredients in Lipovox.
 
(Click Does Lipovox Work? for more information.)
 

Dosing Information

The manufacturer recommends a specific dose for this product, even though the safe and effective dose for many of the ingredients in it has not been established (see Lipovox Dosage for more information).
 

Side Effects of Lipovox

Because Lipovox has never been studied, nothing is known about its potential side effects.
 
(Click Lipovox Side Effects to learn more, including potentially serious side effects you should report immediately to your healthcare provider.)
 

Drug Interactions

It is not known if Lipovox interacts with any medications (see Lipovox Drug Interactions).
 

Is Lipovox Safe?

It is unclear if Lipovox is safe for use, as it has never been studied. 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 Lipovox if you have any:
 
  • Health problems or concerns
  • Allergies, including allergies to foods, dyes, or preservatives.
     
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 Lipovox Safety for more information, including any available warnings and precautions.)
 

What If I Take an Overdose?

It is not known what exactly to expect from an overdose, or even if it is possible to take too much Lipovox.
 
(Click Lipovox Overdose for more information.)
 

How Should Lipovox Be Stored?

Refer to the label of your individual product for information on how best to store it. Keep Lipovox out of the reach of children.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;