Journal Watch - April 2003

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1 RELATED DRUG: Ephedra

ARTICLE: Efficacy and Safety of Ephedra and Ephedrine for Weight Loss and Athletic Performance: A Meta-Analysis

SUMMARY: Researchers examined the safety and efficacy of ephedra when used for weight loss and athletic performance by searching 9 databases and by using unpublished trials and non-English language documents. The criteria for eligible weight loss studies required at least 8 weeks of following up with participants, while studies investigating athletic performance did not have a minimum time period for follow-up. Case reports involving individuals who ingested ephedra 24 hours before an adverse event were …