is it as bad as every one says...?
2007-02-26 06:17:59 · 5 answers · asked by SGPearlGirl 3 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
yes it is. I took it when it was popular, my nervous system was completely messed up. If that alone wont make you stop taking it, then after i got off of it, i gained everything i lost plus more and as a result, i learned that ephedra did that to me, and i can't loose my stomach. once you get off of it, it sticks to that area, and its impossible to lose.
So not only does it mess with your nervous system and screws your mood swings for over a year your belly turns into a big balloon. don't have to take my advice, just look at me. good luck.
2007-02-26 06:29:32 · answer #1 · answered by Naky247 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It has been linked to the deaths of at least 100 people.
Contraindications include increased blood pressure, increased heart rate, heart palpitations, and can lead to stroke. If any of these symptoms develop, stop using ephedra immediately and consult your physician.
Insomnia, dry mouth, nervousness, general weakness, poor digestion, irritability, headache, and dizziness.
Do not take ephedra if you are pregnant, nursing or have heart disease, anxiety disorder (panic attacks), high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma, or an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism).
If you are taking any medication, consult your physician before using this herb.
Do not take ephedra if you are taking monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor drugs, commonly prescribed for depression.
Do not administer to children under the age of 18 or to adults over the age of 65.
Because ephedra can cause a number of side effectsÑand in rare cases, deathÑconsult a practitioner before using it
The Food and Drug Administration recommends that ephedra be avoided in patients with high blood pressure, heart disease, thyroid disease, diabetes, and benign prostatic hypertrophy. Caution is also recommended against use for pregnant, nursing patients or those with anorexia, insomnia, depression, diabetes, hyperthyroidism, gastric ulcers, bulimia, glaucoma, children, or use longer than one week. Discontinue use if nervousness, tremor, sleeplessness, anorexia, or nausea occurs.
2007-02-26 06:24:59 · answer #2 · answered by niesy l 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is! I wish I had never taken that stuff like I did. Now that I'm older and in my 40's, I have health problems and I firmly attribute it to those! I took too many for too long. I too had to be up early and alert. If I could go back and do it all over again, I never would take the first one. So please stop now before it gives you problems later on too.
2007-02-26 06:23:07 · answer #3 · answered by Shari 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes! People have died, which is why it's off the market.
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2007-02-26 06:26:17 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is pretty BAD
I got psychological problems thanks to that crap. Stop it
2007-02-26 06:25:32 · answer #5 · answered by C6 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋