CH - 80 Study Tip Gal

Question 1

________ ________ is the manufacturer’s responsibility,

which should be proven prior to release

Answer 1

Supplement safety

After release, the FDA can remove a supplement if it is found to be unsafe.

Question 2

Supplements cannot claim to treat, cure or mitigate (lessen) a condition

Answer 2

The Supplement Facts label is similar to the label required on food products.

Question 3

The OTC Drug Facts label includes ingredients, purpose, uses, warnings, instructions, excipients and how to avoid an allergic reaction.

Answer 3

OTC drugs can include a package insert similar to prescription drugs; this depends on the product’s approval process.