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What Does the FDA Asterisk Mean on Supplements?
What does the FDA asterisk mean on supplements? It points to a disclaimer: the FDA has not evaluated the claim, and the product is not meant to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The SciatiEase front has it on every claim line.
Written by the SciatiEase label deskUpdated · 3 min read
What does the FDA asterisk mean on supplements?
What does the FDA asterisk mean on supplements? It links a structure-function claim to a required disclaimer. The words are: "These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration."
The second half adds that the product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease (FDA, Q&A on Dietary Supplements).
Where does the asterisk appear on a SciatiEase bottle?
On a SciatiEase bottle, the asterisk follows each claim on the front. The claims are "Supports Sciatic Nerve Health*", "Supports Comfort*", "Supports Nerve Health*" and "Supports Healthy Inflammatory Response*".
- The main line names the nerve.
- Three smaller lines name comfort, nerves and inflammatory response.
- The brand renders show an older front.
Does the asterisk mean the FDA signed off on the supplement?
No. The FDA does not clear supplements before they are sold. The asterisk says the opposite: no one at the agency evaluated the claim (FDA, Q&A on Dietary Supplements).
A maker must keep its claims truthful (NIH ODS, Supplements: What to Know).
| Question | Drug | Supplement |
|---|---|---|
| FDA approval before sale | Required | Not required |
| Can claim to treat disease | Yes, if approved | No |
| Claim wording | Approved label | Asterisk and disclaimer |
SciatiEase: from $49 a bottle120 capsules · 1, 3 or 6 bottles · free US shipping on 3 or 6 · 180-day guarantee
See packsHow should you use the asterisk when you shop?
Treat the asterisk as a reminder to check evidence yourself. A claim such as "supports comfort" is not a promise of relief.
Look at doses, ask your pharmacist, and keep taking prescribed medicine. See the side effects page for cautions.
What does the official offer include?
The official offer is 3 bottles for $177 or 6 for $294, with a 180-day guarantee.
| Pack | 1 bottle | 3 bottles | 6 bottles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bottles | 1 | 3 | 6 |
| Capsules | 120 | 360 | 720 |
| Price per bottle | $69 | $59 | $49 |
| Pack price | $69 | $177 | $294 |
| US shipping | $6.95 | Free | Free |
| Days at 4 capsules (label serving) | 30 | 90 | 180 |
| Per day at 4 capsules | about $2.30 | about $1.97 | about $1.63 |
| Days at 2 capsules | 60 | 180 | 360 |
| Per day at 2 capsules | about $1.15 | about $0.98 | about $0.82 |
| Guarantee | 180 days | 180 days | 180 days |
FAQ01
Questions about the asterisk
Why does every supplement claim end in an asterisk?
Federal rules require the disclaimer to be tied to claims about structure or function. The asterisk is the link between the claim on the front and the full statement printed on the package.
Does the FDA test supplements before they are sold?
No. Makers are responsible for safety and truthful labels, and the agency acts after problems appear. That is why independent testing and a clear panel matter to you.
What is a structure-function claim on a supplement?
It describes how a nutrient affects the body's normal structure or function, such as supporting nerve health. It cannot say the product treats or prevents a disease.
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