Dynamic Health Group dba SARMS AMERICA
FDA issued a warning letter to Dynamic Health Group dba SARMS AMERICA (Cheyenne, WY, United States) on Dec 12, 2025, citing 21 CFR 201.128. Subject: Unapproved New Drugs.
From the letter: “No approved applications pursuant to section 505 of the FD&C Act, 21 U.S.C. 355, are in effect for these products.”
At a glance
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- Violations
- 14 findings · 2 issue types
- Cited
- 21 CFR 201.128
- Response due
- 15 working days after receipt of this letter
- FDA asks for
- 4 actions
- Named as possible actions
- Seizure, injunction
- Issued by
- Center for Drug Evaluation and Research
- Published status
- No close-out recorded
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01Registration, listing & premarketProducts marketed as SARMs are unapproved new drugs introduced into interstate commerce without approved applications.
No approved applications pursuant to section 505 of the FD&C Act, 21 U.S.C. 355, are in effect for these products. Accordingly, these products are unapproved new drugs. The introduction or delivery for introduction into interstate commerce of these unapproved new drug products violates sections 301(d) and 505(a) of the FD&C Act, 21 U.S.C. 331(d) and 355(a).
02Labeling, claims & marketing · 21 CFR 201.128Product labeling establishes intended use as drugs for human use despite research-use claims.
Despite statements on your product labeling marketing your products, “[F]or research use only,” and “[F]or research purposes only,” evidence obtained from your product labeling, including your website establishes that your products are intended to be drugs for human use.
03Labeling, claims & marketingOstarine MK-2866 labeling claims benefits including increased strength, muscle growth, and improved bone health.
“MK-2866 has demonstrated a variety of potential benefits in research 1. Increased strength 2. Enhanced protein synthesis 3. Accelerated muscle growth 4. Boosted energy levels 5. Improved bone health 6. Better heart health 7. Weight loss and reduction in body fat 8. Enhanced recovery of connective tissue.”
04Labeling, claims & marketingOstarine MK-2866 labeling cites a study showing increased lean body mass and physical functionality.
“Studies involving Ostarine 1. A 2011 study showed that MK2866 significantly boosted lean body mass, muscle mass, and overall physical functionality in elderly males and postmenopausal females.”
05Labeling, claims & marketingMK-677 Ibutamoren labeling claims it stimulates growth hormone secretion and acts as a ghrelin agonist.
“MK677, also recognized as Ibutamoren, Oratrope, or Nutrobal . . . functions as a ghrelin agonist. It acts on the pituitary gland to stimulate the secretion of human growth hormone, making it a human growth hormone secretagogue.”
06Labeling, claims & marketingMK-677 Ibutamoren labeling claims it increases growth hormone and IGF-1 levels.
“Administered orally, MK677 Ibutamoren mimics the action of the hunger hormone ghrelin, thereby increasing growth hormone (GH) levels in the body. It is notably effective in elevating insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) levels.”
07Labeling, claims & marketingMK-677 Ibutamoren labeling lists clinical research benefits including increased muscle mass, bone density, and improved immune function.
“MK 677 Benefits in Clinical Research 1. MK-677 has demonstrated various effects in vivo, including: Increased GH levels Enhanced muscle mass and lean body mass Reduction in body fat Increased bone density Accelerated muscle growth Improved immune function Enhanced REM sleep Increased appetite Reversal of growth hormone deficiency Alleviation of pathology associated with beta-amyloid”
08Labeling, claims & marketingMK-677 Ibutamoren labeling claims improvements in body composition, bone density, and cholesterol in older adults.
“MK 677 and Body Composition 1. Research has shown that MK677 increases bone turnover, bone mineral density, muscle mass, and osteoblast activity in older adults, thereby improving overall body composition. 2. A randomized controlled trial conducted with health older adults revealed that daily administration of 25 mg of MK-677 improved body composition, bone mineral density, and cholesterol levels over several months, concurrently enhancing appetite.”
09Labeling, claims & marketingCardarine GW501516 labeling claims it activates AMPK, boosts fat loss, and increases energy output.
“Also known as Cardarine GW 501516 or Endurobol, this compound is a PPARδ receptor agonist. These receptors regulate various biological processes within the body. Research indicates that GW-501516 binds to these receptors, activating AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK). According to studies, AMPK plays a crucial role in energy regulation and helps the body survive metabolic stress. By activating AMPK, GW-501516 can significantly boost fat loss and increase overall energy output.”
10Labeling, claims & marketingCardarine GW501516 labeling claims potential in aiding fat burning, preventing obesity, and improving cholesterol and endurance.
“About Cardarine SARM . . . It has shown potential in aiding fat burning and possibly preventing obesity in users. o Increases fatty acid oxidation and promotes fat loss o Lower LDL cholesterol (“bad cholesterol”) o Higher HDL cholesterol (“good cholesterol”) o Increases endurance o Reduces inflammation o Decreases insulin resistance and improves glucose tolerance”
11Labeling, claims & marketingCardarine GW501516 labeling claims cardiovascular protection based on a study showing cholesterol changes.
“Maintaining Heart Health with Cardarine o In a twelve-week study, participants were administered varying dosages of GW-501516 (Cardarine), including 2.5mg, 5.0mg, and 10mg. . . . Fasting insulin, glucose, lipids, and free fatty acid levels were of the levels taken for said baseline. By the end of this twelve-week study, those involved had experienced a significant change in both cholesterol levels, meaning HDL and LDL. It was therefore concluded that GW 501516 has potential as a cardiovascular protection compound.”
12Labeling, claims & marketingLGD-4033 Ligandrol labeling claims effectiveness in creating lean muscle mass and treating bone conditions.
“The popular SARM, LGD-4033, is known by various names in the scientific community, including Ligandrol, VK5211, and Anabolicum. Researchers have found that Ligandrol is effective in creating lean muscle mass and treating bone conditions such as osteoporosis.”
13Labeling, claims & marketingLGD-4033 Ligandrol labeling claims anabolic steroid benefits without side effects, increasing muscle mass, libido, and stamina.
“LGD 4033, also known as Ligandrol, is a selective androgen receptor modulator (SARM) that can provide the benefits of anabolic steroids without the associated negative side effects. It promotes an increase in lean muscle mass, enhances libido, and improves stamina. . . . Taken orally, this tissue-selective SARM can positively impact muscle weakness caused by osteoporosis, cancer, and aging.”
14Labeling, claims & marketingLGD-4033 Ligandrol labeling lists potential research findings including muscle development, strength, endurance, and fat mass reduction.
“Potential Research Findings 1. Lean Muscle Development: LGD-4033 has been studied for its ability to promote increases in lean muscle mass by activating androgen receptors in skeletal muscle. 2. Strength Enhancement: Research suggests LGD-4033 may improve strength and power, supporting muscle performance under experimental conditions. 3. Endurance Support: Some studies indicate its potential to enhance stamina and physical endurance, aiding in prolonged physical activity during research trials. 4. Fat Mass Reduction: Findings suggest LGD-4033 may assist in reducing fat mass while preserving lean tissue, making it a focus of studies related to metabolic health.”
What FDA requested
- Provide specific steps taken to correct any violations
- Provide explanation of each step being taken to prevent recurrence of violations
- Provide copies of related documentation
- If products are believed not in violation, provide reasoning and supporting information
FDA Warning Letter
38 paragraphs · 6 sectionsText as published on FDA.gov, retrieved Oct 28, 2026. Layout added for reading; the wording is FDA’s. View on FDA.gov (opens in a new tab)
1WARNING LETTER
6 paragraphs
December 12, 2025
RE: 719257
Dynamic Health Group dba SARMS AMERICA:
This letter is to advise you that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reviewed your website at the Internet address https://sarmsamerica.co/ in November 2025. The FDA has observed that you offer products marketed on your firm’s website as selective androgen receptor modulators (SARMs) including, but not limited to, “Ostarine MK-2866,” “MK-677 Ibutamoren,” “Cardarine GW501516,” and “LGD-4033 Ligandrol” (hereinafter products marketed as SARMs) for sale in the United States. Based on our review, these products are unapproved new drugs under section 505(a) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act), 21 U.S.C. 355(a). As explained further below, introducing or delivering these products for introduction into interstate commerce violates sections 301(d) and 505(a) of the FD&C Act, 21 U.S.C. 331(d) and 355(a).
FDA has safety concerns about products that contain SARMs. Life-threatening reactions, including liver toxicity, have occurred in people taking products containing SARMs. SARMs also have the potential to increase the risk of heart attack and stroke.1
Despite statements on your product labeling marketing your products, “[F]or research use only,” and “[F]or research purposes only,” evidence obtained from your product labeling, including your website establishes that your products are intended to be drugs for human use. Based on a review of your website, your products marketed as SARMs are drugs under section 201(g)(1) of the FD&C Act, 21 U.S.C. 321(g)(1), because they are intended for use in the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease, and/or intended to affect the structure or any function of the body. Examples from your product labeling, including on your website, that provide evidence of the intended use (as defined in 21 CFR 201.128) of these products as drugs include, but may not be limited to, the following:
2Ostarine MK-2866
4 paragraphs
On the webpage https://sarmsamerica.co/products/ostarine-mk-2866/:
“MK-2866 has demonstrated a variety of potential benefits in research
1. Increased strength2. Enhanced protein synthesis3. Accelerated muscle growth4. Boosted energy levels5. Improved bone health6. Better heart health7. Weight loss and reduction in body fat8. Enhanced recovery of connective tissue.”
“Studies involving Ostarine1. A 2011 study showed that MK2866 significantly boosted lean body mass, muscle mass, and overall physical functionality in elderly males and postmenopausal females.”
3MK-677 Ibutamoren
5 paragraphs
On the webpage https://sarmsamerica.co/products/ibutamoren-mk-677/:
“MK677, also recognized as Ibutamoren, Oratrope, or Nutrobal . . . functions as a ghrelin agonist. It acts on the pituitary gland to stimulate the secretion of human growth hormone, making it a human growth hormone secretagogue.”
“Administered orally, MK677 Ibutamoren mimics the action of the hunger hormone ghrelin, thereby increasing growth hormone (GH) levels in the body. It is notably effective in elevating insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) levels.”
“MK 677 Benefits in Clinical Research1. MK-677 has demonstrated various effects in vivo, including: Increased GH levels Enhanced muscle mass and lean body mass Reduction in body fat Increased bone density Accelerated muscle growth Improved immune function Enhanced REM sleep Increased appetite Reversal of growth hormone deficiency Alleviation of pathology associated with beta-amyloid”
“MK 677 and Body Composition1. Research has shown that MK677 increases bone turnover, bone mineral density, muscle mass, and osteoblast activity in older adults, thereby improving overall body composition.2. A randomized controlled trial conducted with health older adults revealed that daily administration of 25 mg of MK-677 improved body composition, bone mineral density, and cholesterol levels over several months, concurrently enhancing appetite.”
4Cardarine GW501516
4 paragraphs
On the webpage https://sarmsamerica.co/products/cardarine-gw501516/:
“Also known as Cardarine GW 501516 or Endurobol, this compound is a PPARδ receptor agonist. These receptors regulate various biological processes within the body. Research indicates that GW-501516 binds to these receptors, activating AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK). According to studies, AMPK plays a crucial role in energy regulation and helps the body survive metabolic stress. By activating AMPK, GW-501516 can significantly boost fat loss and increase overall energy output.”
“About Cardarine SARM . . .It has shown potential in aiding fat burning and possibly preventing obesity in users.o Increases fatty acid oxidation and promotes fat losso Lower LDL cholesterol (“bad cholesterol”)o Higher HDL cholesterol (“good cholesterol”)o Increases enduranceo Reduces inflammationo Decreases insulin resistance and improves glucose tolerance”
“Maintaining Heart Health with Cardarineo In a twelve-week study, participants were administered varying dosages of GW-501516 (Cardarine), including 2.5mg, 5.0mg, and 10mg. . . . Fasting insulin, glucose, lipids, and free fatty acid levels were of the levels taken for said baseline. By the end of this twelve-week study, those involved had experienced a significant change in both cholesterol levels, meaning HDL and LDL. It was therefore concluded that GW 501516 has potential as a cardiovascular protection compound.”
5LGD-4033 Ligandrol
5 paragraphs
On the webpage https://sarmsamerica.co/products/lgd4033-ligandrol/:
“The popular SARM, LGD-4033, is known by various names in the scientific community, including Ligandrol, VK5211, and Anabolicum. Researchers have found that Ligandrol is effective in creating lean muscle mass and treating bone conditions such as osteoporosis.”
“LGD 4033, also known as Ligandrol, is a selective androgen receptor modulator (SARM) that can provide the benefits of anabolic steroids without the associated negative side effects. It promotes an increase in lean muscle mass, enhances libido, and improves stamina. . . . Taken orally, this tissue-selective SARM can positively impact muscle weakness caused by osteoporosis, cancer, and aging.”
“Potential Research Findings1. Lean Muscle Development: LGD-4033 has been studied for its ability to promote increases in lean muscle mass by activating androgen receptors in skeletal muscle.2. Strength Enhancement: Research suggests LGD-4033 may improve strength and power, supporting muscle performance under experimental conditions.3. Endurance Support: Some studies indicate its potential to enhance stamina and physical endurance, aiding in prolonged physical activity during research trials.4. Fat Mass Reduction: Findings suggest LGD-4033 may assist in reducing fat mass while preserving lean tissue, making it a focus of studies related to metabolic health.”
Your products marketed as SARMs are “new drugs” under section 201(p) of the FD&C Act, 21 U.S.C. 321(p), because they are not generally recognized as safe and effective (GRASE) for use under the above-described conditions prescribed, recommended, or suggested in their labeling. With certain exceptions not applicable here, a new drug may not be introduced or delivered for introduction into interstate commerce without an approved application from FDA in effect, as described in section 505(a) of the FD&C Act, 21 U.S.C. 355(a). No approved applications pursuant to section 505 of the FD&C Act, 21 U.S.C. 355, are in effect for these products. Accordingly, these products are unapproved new drugs. The introduction or delivery for introduction into interstate commerce of these unapproved new drug products violates sections 301(d) and 505(a) of the FD&C Act, 21 U.S.C. 331(d) and 355(a).
6Conclusion
4 paragraphs
The violations cited in this letter are not intended to be an all-inclusive statement of violations that may exist in connection with your products. You are responsible for investigating and determining the causes of any violations and for preventing their recurrence or the occurrence of other violations. It is your responsibility to ensure that your firm complies with all requirements of federal law, including FDA regulations.
This letter notifies you of our concerns and provides you an opportunity to address them. Failure to adequately address this matter may lead to regulatory or legal action including, without limitation, seizure and injunction.
Please notify FDA in writing, within fifteen working days of receipt of this letter, of the specific steps you have taken to correct any violations. Include an explanation of each step being taken to prevent the recurrence of violations, as well as copies of related documentation. If you believe that your products are not in violation of the FD&C Act, include your reasoning and any supporting information for our consideration. If you cannot complete corrective action within fifteen working days, state the reason for the delay and the time within which you will complete the correction.
Your response should be sent to U.S. Food and Drug Administration, CDER/OC/Office of Unapproved Drugs and Labeling Compliance by email to FDAAdvisory@fda.hhs.gov. Please include your firm name and the unique identifier “719257” in the subject line of the email.
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Issue types
Record details
- Issuing center
- Center for Drug Evaluation and Research
- Issuing office
- Center for Drug Evaluation and Research
- Location
- Cheyenne, WY, United States
- Letter posted date
- Dec 23, 2025
- Letter issue date
- Dec 12, 2025
- Addressed to
- Not recorded
- Inspection dates
- Not recorded
- Response window
- 15 working days after receipt of this letter
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Please notify FDA in writing, within fifteen working days of receipt of this letter, of the specific steps you have taken to correct any violations.
- Record length
- 1,350 words · 0 recorded redactions
- Published status
- No published close-out
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