| Also known as |
ECA stack |
| Blood pressure |
Can increase blood pressure |
| Chemical name |
Ephedrine, Caffeine, Aspirin |
| Dosage (medical) |
Not typically used in modern medical treatments as a combination |
| Dosage (sports) |
Ephedrine 20-25 mg, Caffeine 200 mg, Aspirin 75-300 mg per dose |
| Effects |
Increased metabolic rate, enhanced fat loss, appetite suppression |
| Formula |
Ephedrine (C10H15NO), Caffeine (C8H10N4O2), Aspirin (C9H8O4) |
| Half-life |
Ephedrine: 3-6 hours, Caffeine: 3-5 hours, Aspirin: 15-20 minutes |
| Hepatotoxicity |
Low, but prolonged use can increase liver enzymes |
| Lab Test |
Detection of individual components through specific drug panels |
| Main action |
Thermogenic, increases energy expenditure |
| Side effects |
Increased heart rate, insomnia, nervousness, gastrointestinal disturbances, potential for cardiovascular issues |
| Storage conditions |
Store at room temperature away from moisture and light |
| Substance class |
Stimulant, Analgesic |
| Trade name |
No specific trade name as a stack, individual components have various trade names |
| Use in sports |
Used by athletes for weight loss and as a performance enhancer |
| Water Retention |
Low |
| Release form |
caps |
| Manufacturer |
Innovative Laboratories |
| Packing |
90 caps |
