voluntary recall of 72 hp, evil root and pro power max
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Hardmenstore.com recalled the products such as 72HP, Evil Root and Pro Power Max due to the content of undeclared ingredient Sildenafil.TRANSCRIPT
Voluntary Recall of 72HP, Evil Root and Pro Power Max
P. Naina MohamedPharmacologist
Introduction On 27th Aug 2013, Upon request of the FDA, Hardmenstore.com
is voluntarily recalling 1000 lots of 72HP, Evil Root and Pro Power Max at the consumer level.
FDA analysis found 72HP, Evil Root and Pro Power to contain amounts of the PDE-5 Inhibitor, sildenafil.
Sildenafil is approved for erectile dysfunction (ED) and is not listed on the product labels.
Sildenafil may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs such as nitroglycerin and may lower blood pressure to dangerous levels.
Consumers with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease often take nitrates.
The products may cause side effects, such as headaches and flushing.
Possible Mechanism of Action72HP, Evil Root and Pro Power Max
Contain Sildenafil
Inhibition of Phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE 5)
Inhibition of Breakdown of cGMP
Increase the concentration of cGMP in smooth muscle of corpus cavernosum and penile arteries
Smooth muscle relaxation
Increase the blood flow to corpus cavernosum
Penile Erection
Interaction with NitratesUndeclared ingredient (Sildenafil)
Interact with prescription drugs like nitrates (Nitroglycerin)
Excessive dilation of smooth muscle of blood vessels
Lower blood pressure to dangerous levels
Hypotension
Heart Attack
Interaction with Antihypertensives
Undeclared ingredient (Sildenafil)
Interacts with Alpha adrenergic blockers and other antihypertensives
Lower blood pressure
Hypotension
Interaction with CYP3A4 inhibitors
Undeclared ingredient (Sildenafil)
CYP3A4 enzyme inhibitors like Ketoconazole, Erythromycin, Ritonavir
Lower blood pressure
Hypotension
Adverse Effects Jack Rabbit may cause side effects, such as headaches and
flushing.
Jack Rabbit
Contains undeclared Sildenafil and Tadalafil
Inhibition of Phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE 5)
Vasodilation
Headache and Flushing
Conclusion These products are marketed as a dietary supplement for
sexual enhancement. Customers who have these products in their possession
should stop using it immediately and contact their physician if they have experienced any problems that may be related to taking this product.
FDA announces to the public of a growing trend of dietary supplements or conventional foods with hidden drugs and chemicals. These products are typically promoted for sexual enhancement, weight loss, and body building, and are often represented as being “all natural.”
FDA claims that they are unable to test and identify all products marketed as dietary supplements on the market that have potentially harmful hidden ingredients.
FDA advises the Consumers to exercise caution before purchasing any product in the above categories.
References http://
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm366506.htm?source=govdelivery&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch/SafetyInformation/SafetyAlertsforHumanMedicalProducts/ucm366524.htm
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