What Is DMAA ?
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Methylhexanamine or methylhexamine, commonly known as 1,3-dimethylamylamine(1,3-DMAA) or simply dimethylamylamine (DMAA), is an indirect sympathomimetic drug invented and developed by Eli Lilly and Company and marketed as an inhaled nasal decongestant from 1944 until it was voluntarily withdrawn from the market in 1983.
Since 2006 methylhexanamine has been sold extensively under many names as a stimulant or energy-boosting dietary supplementunder the claim that it is similar to certain compounds found in geraniums, but its safety has been questioned.
Safety
This is a relatively strong stimulant. It behaves slightly similarly to ephedrine (which you can also get in limited amounts at your local pharmacy), and it does raise blood pressure.
Note, however, that in the blood pressure study, they used 75mg, which is more than we’d ever take. It also did not raise heart rate in that same study, despite the dosage.
It should only be used by users who have had a full physical and the approval of their doctor, and are in great cardiovascular condition. Fact is, elevated blood pressure could put you at risk, and there’s no way around that.
Taking too much is never a good idea – stick with one serving or less of any of the above products.
The FDA does not say that it is safe
The FDA has stated that methylhexanamine "is known to narrow the blood vessels and arteries, which can elevate blood pressure and may lead to cardiovascular events ranging from shortness of breath and tightening in the chest to heart attack." Numerous adverse events and at least five deaths have been reported in association with methylhexanamine-containing dietary supplements.
Deaths And Injuries
In 2010 a 21-year-old male in New Zealand presented with a cerebral hemorrhage after ingesting 556 mg of methylhexanamine, caffeine, and alcohol. Health authorities in Hawaii linked cases of liver failure and one death to OxyElite Pro.
The death of Claire Squires, a runner who collapsed near the finish line of the April 2012 London Marathon, has been linked to methylhexanamine. The Coroner stated that methylhexanamine was "probably an important factor" during the inquest. Despite, according to a friend, having been diagnosed with an irregular heartbeat - and advised not to consume methylhexanamine, it is believed that she consumed the substance through drinking an energy drink, which was subsequently adjusted to exclude methylhexanamine
Dietary Supplements
Methylhexanamine-containing supplements sometimes list "geranium oil" or "geranium extract" as a source of methylhexanamine. However, geranium oils do not contain methylhexanamine, and the methylhexanamine in these supplements is added in the form of synthetic material. Recent studies have shown that DMAA is found in some types of geraniums.
Supplements Containing DMAA
USPLabs Jack3d
Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals – HydroxyElite
- Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals – Jack’d Up
- APS Mesomorph
- APS White Lightning
- Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals – Lipodrene Xtreme
- Nova Body Science – HyperLean FX7
Regulation
A number of sporting authorities and countries have banned or heavily restricted the use of methylhexanamine as a dietary supplement, due to serious concerns about its safety. These countries include the U.S., Canada, New Zealand, Sweden, Australia, the United Kingdom, and Brazil.
Our thoughts on DMAA
Make no mistake: we love this stimulant when used properly and in low dosages (25mg or less in a day). We also believe it is your right to use what you want, so long as you know the risks.
Despite the FDA finding 86 adverse events with it, one must realize that over a billion servings were sold of Jack3d and OxyELITE alone – neverminding everything else that included the ingredient as well. Any stimulant used improperly can lead to these rates. The dosages just got too out of control, and the users got too overconfident with it.
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