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Regulatory ban. This ingredient is banned or restricted in one or more countries. See Regulatory Status below.
Upper Safe Limit
Hepatotoxicity cases documented. Serotonergic interaction. Avoid in pregnancy.
PubMed Studies
16
PubChem CID
About
Hydroxycitric acid (HCA) inhibits ATP-citrate lyase reducing de novo lipogenesis; may suppress appetite via serotonin
How it works (mechanism of action)
Very popular slimming supplement in France — major pharmacy seller. Evidence weak and inconsistent. Safety concerns at high doses. Arkopharma, Eric Favre slimming ranges.
⚖️ Regulatory Status
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FR — Banned
Banned by ANSES (2021) — hepatotoxicity. All Garcinia cambogia HCA-containing supplements prohibited. Authority: Agence nationale de sécurité sanitaire de l'alimentation.
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AU — Restricted
TGA monitoring — hepatotoxicity signals. Products subject to adverse event reporting requirements.
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JP — Restricted
Consumer Affairs Agency Japan advisory (2012) — hepatotoxicity. Mandatory labelling and dose restrictions apply.
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Consult a healthcare professional before use if pregnant, breastfeeding, taking prescription medications, or if you have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.