Service Members are prohibited from using the following substances as ingredients in dietary supplements. In addition, controlled substances* and drugs (prescription, over-the-counter, and unapproved) are all prohibited for use in dietary supplements. This web page is provided to help Service Members know what to avoid when considering dietary supplement products. The DoD Prohibited list has been prepared in compliance with DoDI 6130.06.

*For the most recent list of controlled substances, please visit the Drug Enforcement Administration website.

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Service Members are prohibited from using the following substances as ingredients in dietary supplements. In addition, controlled substances and drugs (perscription, over the counter, and unapproved) are all prohibited for use in dietary supplements, but only some are listed here. This list is provided to help Service Members know what to do avoid when considering dietary supplement products. This list has been prepared in compliance with DoDI 6130.06.