The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) wants consumers to stop using Magic Power Coffee which is purchased online and promises to be a dietary supplement for sexual enhancement. In reality, it contains some of the active ingredients present in Viagra, which is available by prescription only.
The FDA analyzed the coffee and found it contains hydroxythiohomosildenafil, which is similar to sildenafil, the active ingredient in Viagra. It may interact with prescription drugs known as nitrates. And FDA spokesman, Ira Allen, says that the amount of drug in the coffee far exceeds its prescription cousin.
The product is made in China and imported to the U.S. by a company called INZ / Magic Power Coffee Inc. Brooklyn, NY. When the FDA asked the company to issue a recall and stop importing Magic Power Coffee, they refused. This highlights the insufficiency of the agency at this time. The FDA cannot force a recall unless it first goes to court and obtains an order that allows the agency to confiscate product and sue the company. That move is being considered.
For users, a sudden drop in blood pressure can lead to dizziness or lightheadedness as the brain is deprived of adequate blood supply. The company calls this an “all natural dietary supplement” which means nothing. The FDA does not regulate dietary supplements. Despite the warning, the FDA admits there have been no adverse reactions reported in connection with Magic Power Coffee.
The Internet is full of marketing for dietary supplements that promise to enhance your sexuality. Many include undeclared ingredients or compounds that in no way qualify as “dietary ingredients”. The product is distributed through multi-level marketing and is sold in a two serving box and 12-serving carton. If you do experience any adverse or negative side effects you can report them to the FDA’s MedWatch program at 1-800-FDA-1088 or go online at www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm.
