Service Members are prohibited from using dietary supplements containing substances on the official DoD Prohibited Dietary Supplements Ingredients List, which has been prepared in compliance with DoDI 6130.06. Controlled substances* and drugs (prescription, over-the-counter, and unapproved) are all prohibited for use in dietary supplements. This database of ingredients is provided to help Service Members know what to avoid when considering dietary supplement products. If you need more information or have questions regarding any ingredients, please contact OPSS using the Ask the Expert portal.

*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.