Tampa, FL – A Florida-based distributor has announced a nationwide recall of several honey-based dietary supplements after federal testing found undeclared prescription drug ingredients commonly used to treat erectile dysfunction. The products, sold under multiple brand names, were marketed as sexual enhancement supplements and packaged in single-serving tubes.
Key Points
- FDA testing found sildenafil and tadalafil in recalled honey supplements
- Products sold under Boner Bear, Red Bull Extreme, and Blue Bull Extreme brands
- Consumers urged to stop use immediately and return items for a refund
Pure Vitamins and Natural Supplements, LLC, based in Tampa, said Saturday it is voluntarily recalling Boner Bear Honey, Red Bull Extreme, and Blue Bull Extreme products. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, laboratory analysis confirmed the presence of sildenafil and tadalafil—active ingredients in prescription medications Viagra and Cialis—that were not disclosed on product labels.
Undeclared drug ingredients raise safety concerns
The FDA warns that sildenafil and tadalafil can pose serious health risks when taken without medical supervision. The compounds may interact with nitrate medications, such as nitroglycerin, often prescribed for heart conditions, potentially causing a significant drop in blood pressure.
Individuals with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease may be particularly vulnerable due to the likelihood of concurrent nitrate use. The FDA restricts the use of these drugs to prescriptions managed by licensed healthcare providers.
The recalled products include:
- Boner Bear Honey, lot #BBH0128, expiration 01/28
- Red Bull Extreme, batch ORB524, expiration May 2029
- Blue Bull Extreme, expiration February 2029
All products can be identified by their branding on outer packaging and individual serving tubes.
Company advises consumers to discard products
The company said it is notifying customers via email and has advised consumers to immediately stop using the products and discard them or return them for a full refund, including shipping costs. The distributor clarified it is not the manufacturer but initiated the recall after receiving FDA findings.
No adverse health events have been reported to date, according to the company. Consumers experiencing symptoms or concerns related to the products are advised to contact a healthcare provider.
The FDA encourages reporting of any adverse reactions through its MedWatch program, available online, by mail, or by fax.
Consumers with questions can contact Pure Vitamins and Natural Supplements, LLC at 1-800-362-4772 during weekday business hours.
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