Sexual-Enhancement Supplement Safety

Why this category requires more caution than ordinary wellness shopping.

FDA's warning is category-wide

FDA maintains a frequently updated notification database for sexual-enhancement and energy products found with hidden ingredients. The agency says its list covers only a fraction of potentially contaminated products.

What that means—and does not mean

It means consumers should be cautious with the category. It does not justify accusing an unlisted product of adulteration without evidence.

When professional care matters

Persistent sexual-function symptoms can have multiple causes. Supplements should not delay appropriate medical evaluation, particularly when symptoms are new, persistent, or occur alongside other health concerns.