Ischemic stroke after using over the counter products containing ephedra

Dietary supplements containing Ephedra used for weight loss and physical performance enhancement such as "herbal ecstasy" are widely available, and it is estimated that at least 1% of the adult population have taken these products. Ephedra products including Ephedra alkaloids such as phenylpropanolamine or other ephedrine compounds are sold under different names such as Metabolife 356, Ripped Fuel, Thermadrene, and Shape-Fast Plus. Over 2 years,...