- Precautions re: All Other
- Known adverse reactions
Some people may experience mild gastrointestinal disturbances such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, heartburn, nausea and vomiting; in which case, discontinue use. Hypersensitivity/allergy is known to occur; in which case, discontinue use.
- Precautions re: All Other
- If you are of childbearing age, consult a health care practitioner prior to use. If you have high blood pressure, consult a health care practitioner prior to use. Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you have a liver disorder or develop symptoms of liver trouble (such as abdominal pain, dark urine or jaundice). Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you have an iron deficiency. If you are taking any other medications or natural health products, consult a health care practitioner prior to use, as black pepper/piperine may alter their effectiveness.
- Precautions re: Children
- Keep out of the reach of children.
- Precautions re: All Other
- If overdose or accidental ingestion occurs, call a Poison Control Center immediately. If you have stomach ulcers or inflammation, consult a health care practitioner prior to use.
- Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications
- If you are taking anticoagulants or products containing acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) or other salicylates, consult a health care practitioner prior to use. Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are taking lithium. Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you have high blood pressure, glaucoma, and/or detrusor instability (overactive bladder syndrome). Consumption with natural health products (e.g. bitter orange extract, synephrine, octopamine, ephedra) or other drugs (e.g. ephedrine) which increase blood pressure is not recommended. Consumption with other caffeine-containing products (e.g. medications, coffee, tea, colas, cocoa, guarana, maté) is not recommended. This product is not intended as a substitute for sleep. Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are taking medications for diabetes, high blood pressure, or seizures. Do not use if you are taking health products that affect blood coagulation (e.g. blood thinners, clotting factor replacements, acetylsalicylic acid, ibuprofen, fish oils, vitamin E) as this may increase the risk of spontaneous bleeding. Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you have cardiovascular disease or hypertension, diabetes, prostate disorders, or are taking prescription medication.