There has been a recall of AMPT coffee due to derivatives of Viagra and Cialis being found in it. As of August 2017, the online shop for the coffee is now defunct. AMPT was touted as a “natural testosterone booster,” claimed to be made with a mixture of Tongkat Ali, guarana, and maca root. This coffee was supposed to do more than just be a quick pick-me-up, it was formulated to boost sex drive, muscle mass, and mental clarity.
FDA Investigation
The coffee was recalled by the FDA after the federal agency not only sildenafil in it, but also tadalafil. These are the active ingredients found in Cialis and Viagra, medication to treat erectile dysfunction and urinary problems.
Why AMPT Coffee May Be Dangerous
Viagra and Cialis are controlled, which will require prescriptions from a physician or doctor. Using the ingredient in coffee without notifying consumers can potentially expose drinkers of AMPT coffee to serious side effects. Unknowing consumption can lead to memory problems, back pain, loss of hearing, headaches, and even the inability to differentiate between blue and green hues. The recommended dosage of Viagra, for example, is between 25 and 100 mg – when it’s used in a coffee ground, there is no viable way of measuring how much of the ingredients is instilled in it.
None of these warnings were stated in the packaging – users were consuming a concoction of powerful PDE5 inhibitors without even knowing it. This was further complicated by the packaging not mentioning that it was formulated with milk, which can be dangerous for those with milk allergies. Not noting a known allergen in its packaging is enough to cause a recall.
AMPT Coffee was sold in small red packets, packaged within a red box via a Shopify site. The company has warned prior buyers to discard their remaining coffee – there hasn’t been any notification of the company issuing any refunds. Further inquiries can be made at customerservice@amptcoffee.com