Weight-loss prescription drugs: Redotex

Redotex is a drug manufactured in Mexico and being sold in the U.S. as a weight-loss product. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) it is a misbranded drug and is not legal to sell as either a drug or a dietary supplement. It is not permitted for use by DoD personnel or civilians.

According to a 2022 FDA Import Alert, it is an “unapproved new drug.” In addition, it contains triiodothyronine, atropine, diazepam, aloin, and d-norpseudoephedrine—a combination of thyroid, laxative, stimulant, and tranquilizer drugs. Atropine, diazepam, and d-norpseudoephedrine are on the DoD Prohibited Dietary Supplement Ingredients list.

Redotex has been shown to cause serious and potentially fatal adverse reactions. In addition to posing a health hazard, the product contains two DEA Controlled Substances—diazepam and d-norpseudoephedrine (also known as cathine)—that will cause a positive drug test. It is very important to read product labels, and if the label is not in English or contains any of the drug ingredients listed in the FDA Alert, steer clear, as it is an illegal product.

Updated 19 April 2022