The Dietary Supplement and Nonprescription Drug Consumer Protection Act of 2007 represented an update of the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994 (DSHEA).What was required in the marketing of dietary supplements as a result of this act?

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The Dietary Supplement and Nonprescription Drug Consumer Protection Act of 2007 requires manufacturers to notify the FDA of serious adverse events reported by consumers. This helps to ensure that the FDA can take action if there are safety concerns with a particular supplement. While testing the safety of supplements and carrying a USP verification mark can help ensure quality and safety, these are not requirements under this particular act. Stating which conditions a product is designed to treat can be problematic, as it can lead to false claims about the effectiveness of a supplement for certain conditions. Therefore, this is not a requirement under the act.