Which of the following is an amphetamine-like substance once available over the counter for weight loss but was banned by the FDA due to many ill effects reported by consumers?

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Which of the following is an amphetamine-like substance once available over the counter for weight loss but was banned by the FDA due to many ill effects reported by consumers?​

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Ephedrine was once available over the counter for weight loss, but it was banned by the FDA due to many ill effects reported by consumers like heart attack, stroke, and death. Pyruvate, chitosan, yohimbe, and orlistat are not amphetamine-like substances and were not banned by the FDA specifically for weight loss.

Which of the Following Is an Amphetamine-Like Substance Once Available