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Dietary SupplementsWhat Physicians Should Know

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Learning Objectives
1. Define dietary supplements
2. Describe how dietary supplements are regulated
3. Describe how dietary supplements are labeled and the types of claims permitted
4. Review potential interactions of dietary supplements with other supplements, medications, and laboratory tests
5. Identify adverse events and how to report them to FDA

0.5 Credit CME

Science, Medicine and Public Health

Published Online: June 2, 2022

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AMA and FDA share a mutual goal of increasing understanding and awareness of dietary supplement regulations so physicians can effectively counsel patients on dietary supplement use. This education module will include information on:

Current FDA regulation of supplement products, product labeling and label claims
Dietary supplement interactions with other drugs and laboratory tests
Identifying and reporting adverse events associated with dietary supplements
Engaging in risk-based conversations with patients

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Dietary Supplements: What Physicians Should Know - Part 1

This video reviews how dietary supplements are defined, regulated, and labeled, including the types of claims that are permitted.

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Dietary Supplements: What Physicians Should Know - Part 2

This video reviews the risks of taking dietary supplements, including supplement-drug interactions, laboratory test interference, and common hidden drug ingredients. The video also discusses potential adverse events associated with supplement use and how to report them to FDA. The video concludes with tips and tools for talking to patients about dietary supplements.

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What You Need to Know About Dietary Supplements

This video provides a general overview of dietary supplement regulation, labeling, claims, benefits, and risks. The video offers practical guidance for healthcare professionals and can be shared directly with patients.

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Resources

Dietary Supplements and Adverse Events

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Suplementos dietéticos y eventos adversos

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Dietary Supplements: What Pharmacists Should Know

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Suplementos dietéticos: Lo que los farmacéuticos deben saber

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Dietary Supplements: What Physicians Should Know

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Suplementos dietéticos: Lo que los médicos deben saber

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Dietary Supplements: How FDA Helps Keep You Safe

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Suplementos dietéticos: Cómo la FDA le protege

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Dietary Supplements: Report Adverse Events to FDA

(173 KB)

Suplementos dietéticos: Informe los eventos adversos a la FDA

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Talking to Health Care Professionals About Dietary Supplements

(189 KB)

Hablar con los profesionales de la salud sobre los suplementos dietéticos

(244 KB)

Understanding Dietary Supplements

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Comprender los suplementos dietéticos

(214 KB)

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AMA CME Accreditation Information

Credit Designation Statement: The American Medical Association designates this enduring material activity for a maximum of 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CME Disclosure Statement: Unless noted, all individuals in control of content reported no relevant financial relationships.

If applicable, all relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.

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