Ephedra also stroke

C. The FDA now recommends that for safety reasons, ephedra should be limited to 8 mg or less per single dose and that a total daily dose of 24 mg not be exceeded. These are much lower than past dosage recommendations. The new recommendations also suggest a 1-week (not 1 month) limitation of treatment. Stroke is certainly a possible compUcation. 

Potential harmful side effects associated with ephedra include nervousness, irritability, headaches, insomnia, palpitations, depression, and paranoia. Other possible side effects are hypertension and rapid heartbeat. Ephedra users also face an increased risk of seizures, heart attack, and stroke. A heart attack or stroke caused by ephedra can result in death. 

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