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According to the regulation, what is required to ban a product?
According to the regulation, what is required to ban a product?
- Failure to comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
- Significant or unreasonable risk to consumers
- Imminent hazard to consumers (correct)
- False or misleading labeling or advertising
What type of claim is allowed on a dietary supplement label?
What type of claim is allowed on a dietary supplement label?
- Structure/function claim, e.g., 'Supports immune system'
- Health maintenance claim, e.g., 'Maintains a healthy urinary tract' (correct)
- Express disease claim, e.g., 'Treats diabetes'
- Implied disease claim, e.g., 'Controls blood sugars'
Under DSHEA, what is a dietary supplement?
Under DSHEA, what is a dietary supplement?
- A product that requires FDA pre-approval
- A product that can be represented as a food or drug
- A product that must be formulated as a capsule or tablet
- A product including vitamins, minerals, herbs, or amino acids, labeled as a dietary supplement (correct)
What is required to accompany all claims on a dietary supplement label?
What is required to accompany all claims on a dietary supplement label?
What is the purpose of the Office of Dietary Supplement Programs?
What is the purpose of the Office of Dietary Supplement Programs?
What is the role of the FDA in regulating dietary supplements under the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA)?
What is the role of the FDA in regulating dietary supplements under the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA)?
What is required of manufacturers under the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA)?
What is required of manufacturers under the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA)?
What is the main difference between a dietary supplement and a conventional food?
What is the main difference between a dietary supplement and a conventional food?
What is the purpose of good manufacturing practices (GMPs) in the regulation of dietary supplements?
What is the purpose of good manufacturing practices (GMPs) in the regulation of dietary supplements?
What is the primary goal of the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA)?
What is the primary goal of the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA)?
What type of warning did the FDA issue for Hyland Teething products?
What type of warning did the FDA issue for Hyland Teething products?
What is the primary concern related to Fish Oil/Omega-3 fatty acids?
What is the primary concern related to Fish Oil/Omega-3 fatty acids?
What is the recommended daily dose of Fish Oil/Omega-3 fatty acids?
What is the recommended daily dose of Fish Oil/Omega-3 fatty acids?
What is the primary mechanism of action of Ginkgo biloba?
What is the primary mechanism of action of Ginkgo biloba?
Why should Ginkgo biloba be discontinued prior to surgery?
Why should Ginkgo biloba be discontinued prior to surgery?
What is the primary mechanism of action of St. John's Wort in relation to neurotransmitters?
What is the primary mechanism of action of St. John's Wort in relation to neurotransmitters?
What is a potential adverse effect of St. John's Wort that is not commonly seen with other antidepressants?
What is a potential adverse effect of St. John's Wort that is not commonly seen with other antidepressants?
Which of the following medications is likely to have its metabolism increased by St. John's Wort?
Which of the following medications is likely to have its metabolism increased by St. John's Wort?
What is the primary concern with the use of Kava in pregnancy?
What is the primary concern with the use of Kava in pregnancy?
What is the effect of St. John's Wort on digoxin levels?
What is the effect of St. John's Wort on digoxin levels?
What is the purpose of the USP Dietary Supplement Verification Program?
What is the purpose of the USP Dietary Supplement Verification Program?
What is the purpose of the statement 'This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease'?
What is the purpose of the statement 'This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease'?
What type of contaminants are commonly found in herbal remedies?
What type of contaminants are commonly found in herbal remedies?
What is the purpose of Consumerlab.com?
What is the purpose of Consumerlab.com?
What is the risk associated with animal-origin products in dietary supplements?
What is the risk associated with animal-origin products in dietary supplements?
How does the FDA regulate probiotics in the United States?
How does the FDA regulate probiotics in the United States?
What is a limitation of the early studies on probiotics?
What is a limitation of the early studies on probiotics?
What is a safety concern related to probiotics?
What is a safety concern related to probiotics?
What is a crucial aspect of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliance for probiotics?
What is a crucial aspect of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliance for probiotics?
What is a key factor in the classification of probiotics as a dietary supplement, drug, or food?
What is a key factor in the classification of probiotics as a dietary supplement, drug, or food?
What is the mechanism of action of allicin in garlic?
What is the mechanism of action of allicin in garlic?
What is a potential drug interaction of garlic supplements?
What is a potential drug interaction of garlic supplements?
What is the recommended duration of ginseng use?
What is the recommended duration of ginseng use?
What is the mechanism of action of ginsenosides in ginseng?
What is the mechanism of action of ginsenosides in ginseng?
What is a common adverse experience of melatonin supplements?
What is a common adverse experience of melatonin supplements?
What is the typical dose range of melatonin supplements for insomnia?
What is the typical dose range of melatonin supplements for insomnia?
What is the recommended duration of garlic supplement cessation before dental surgery?
What is the recommended duration of garlic supplement cessation before dental surgery?
What is a benefit of melatonin supplements in cancer patients?
What is a benefit of melatonin supplements in cancer patients?
What is a potential effect of garlic supplements on cholesterol levels?
What is a potential effect of garlic supplements on cholesterol levels?
What is a potential interaction of ginseng supplements with warfarin?
What is a potential interaction of ginseng supplements with warfarin?
What action is taken if there is an “imminent hazard” related to a dietary supplement?
What action is taken if there is an “imminent hazard” related to a dietary supplement?
What is the purpose of the disclaimer on dietary supplement labels?
What is the purpose of the disclaimer on dietary supplement labels?
What is not allowed on a dietary supplement label?
What is not allowed on a dietary supplement label?
What is the main difference between a dietary supplement and a conventional food?
What is the main difference between a dietary supplement and a conventional food?
What is the purpose of the Office of Dietary Supplement Programs?
What is the purpose of the Office of Dietary Supplement Programs?
What type of claim is not allowed on a dietary supplement label?
What type of claim is not allowed on a dietary supplement label?
What is the purpose of the regulation of dietary supplements under DSHEA?
What is the purpose of the regulation of dietary supplements under DSHEA?
What is a common contaminant found in herbal remedies, which is also a type of bacteria?
What is a common contaminant found in herbal remedies, which is also a type of bacteria?
Which of the following is NOT a type of contaminant found in non-herbal remedies?
Which of the following is NOT a type of contaminant found in non-herbal remedies?
What is the primary mechanism of action of allicin in garlic?
What is the primary mechanism of action of allicin in garlic?
What is the purpose of the seal of approval from Consumerlab.com?
What is the purpose of the seal of approval from Consumerlab.com?
What is the primary concern related to the use of animal-origin products in dietary supplements?
What is the primary concern related to the use of animal-origin products in dietary supplements?
What is the primary effect of ginseng on platelet aggregation?
What is the primary effect of ginseng on platelet aggregation?
Which of the following is a type of drug that may be found as an adulterant in herbal remedies?
Which of the following is a type of drug that may be found as an adulterant in herbal remedies?
What is the recommended duration of melatonin supplementation for insomnia?
What is the recommended duration of melatonin supplementation for insomnia?
What is the purpose of the USP Dietary Supplement Verification Program?
What is the purpose of the USP Dietary Supplement Verification Program?
What is the potential effect of garlic supplements on cholesterol levels?
What is the potential effect of garlic supplements on cholesterol levels?
What is the significance of the NEJM 2002;347:2046-56 publication?
What is the significance of the NEJM 2002;347:2046-56 publication?
What is the primary concern with the use of ginseng supplements in conjunction with warfarin?
What is the primary concern with the use of ginseng supplements in conjunction with warfarin?
What is the mechanism of action of melatonin in regulating sleep?
What is the mechanism of action of melatonin in regulating sleep?
What is the recommended duration of garlic supplement cessation before dental surgery?
What is the recommended duration of garlic supplement cessation before dental surgery?
What was the global sales value of the probiotics market in 2011?
What was the global sales value of the probiotics market in 2011?
What is the primary mechanism of action of oral probiotics in caries prevention?
What is the primary mechanism of action of oral probiotics in caries prevention?
What is a limitation of early studies on probiotics?
What is a limitation of early studies on probiotics?
What is the primary effect of feverfew on platelet function?
What is the primary effect of feverfew on platelet function?
What is the recommended daily dose of evening primrose?
What is the recommended daily dose of evening primrose?
What is the primary use of valerian?
What is the primary use of valerian?
What is the primary mechanism of action of vitamin E?
What is the primary mechanism of action of vitamin E?
What is a potential adverse effect of St. John's Wort?
What is a potential adverse effect of St. John's Wort?
What is the primary mechanism of action of oral probiotics in gingivitis?
What is the primary mechanism of action of oral probiotics in gingivitis?
What is the primary mechanism of action of St. John's Wort in relation to neurotransmitters?
What is the primary mechanism of action of St. John's Wort in relation to neurotransmitters?
What is the primary concern with the use of St. John's Wort in pregnancy?
What is the primary concern with the use of St. John's Wort in pregnancy?
What is the effect of St. John's Wort on the metabolism of alprazolam?
What is the effect of St. John's Wort on the metabolism of alprazolam?
What is the recommended daily dose of St. John's Wort for depression?
What is the recommended daily dose of St. John's Wort for depression?
What is the primary mechanism of action of Kava in relation to neurotransmitters?
What is the primary mechanism of action of Kava in relation to neurotransmitters?
What is the primary concern with the use of Kava in heavy users?
What is the primary concern with the use of Kava in heavy users?
What is the effect of St. John's Wort on the levels of digoxin?
What is the effect of St. John's Wort on the levels of digoxin?
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