Regulation of Dietary Supplements

Regulation of dietary supplements involves oversight by government agencies, primarily the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Unlike medicines, supplements don't require pre-approval before hitting the market, but manufacturers must ensure their products are safe and truthfully labeled. The FDA monitors for false claims and can take action against unsafe or misbranded products. Manufacturers are responsible for evaluating their products' safety and ingredients, but the FDA steps in if problems arise. Overall, supplement regulation aims to protect consumers while allowing access to a variety of health products, though the oversight is less rigorous than for pharmaceuticals.