Dr. Barry Dworkin

Study uncovers that some dietary supplements containing banned prescription drugs sold in US (also available in Canada)

Health Headlines Commentary for April 14, 2016

Source:

Weight-Loss Supplements May Contain Banned Drug

Reference:

Pharmaceutical doses of the banned stimulant oxilofrine found in dietary supplements sold in the USA

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