What Is the Current Regulatory Status in the U

question 20

Multiple Choice

What is the current regulatory status in the U.S. of ephedrine-containing dietary supplements?

• A) The U.S. has banned the sale of all ephedrine-containing dietary supplements.
• B) Supplements containing less than 10 mg of ephedrine are legal in most states but higher doses cannot be sold.
• C) Supplements containing less than 30 mg of ephedrine are legal in most states but higher doses cannot be sold.
• D) There are no restrictions for ephedrine-containing dietary supplements being sold.

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