For 2026, the pre-workout product to check first is RAPTURE: the FDA warned on May 5 that laboratory analysis found undeclared DMAA, and Leader Formulas later recalled one identified lot. This page separates that broader FDA warning from the narrower recall, so you can match your tub correctly and act on the notice that applies.
How do you check whether your supplement is affected?
Start with the product name, then match the lot number, container size, and flavor against the official notice. Recall notices commonly use identifiers such as model numbers and date codes to help consumers identify the exact item, as the Consumer Product Safety Commission recall guidance explains.
A lot that does not match a recall is not automatic safety clearance when an agency has also issued a broader warning for the product. Keep the container and label nearby while you compare it with the FDA notice. For a better label-checking routine before you add a product to training, see supplement timing basics.
Current 2026 pre-workout and muscle-product notices
| Product or category | Agency notice date | What was found or warned about | Lot scope | Consumer action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAPTURE Preworkout | May 5, 2026 | FDA laboratory analysis confirmed undeclared 1,3-DMAA. | The FDA warning applies broadly to RAPTURE Preworkout, not only one lot. | Do not purchase or use it. Report side effects through MedWatch. |
| RAPTURE Preworkout powder | Company announcement October 6, 2026; FDA post October 7, 2026 | Leader Formulas announced a voluntary recall because the product contained DMAA. | Lot 260327-4; 450 g containers; Rainbow Twist, Electric Lemonade, and Berry Mojito. | Stop using it and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. |
| Bodybuilding products marketed with SARMs | FDA alert current December 2, 2025, relevant as of October 14, 2026 | FDA says products marketed for human bodybuilding that contain SARMs are unapproved drugs, not dietary supplements. Its alert also describes FDA testing of GE Labs Ykarine that found undeclared trendione. | Check the exact product against the FDA alert; this is a category warning, not one recall lot. | Do not purchase SARMs marketed for human use. FDA says consumers with GE Labs Ykarine should discard it. |
The FDA’s RAPTURE warning is the broader notice. The RAPTURE recall announcement identifies the specific recalled 450 g lot and flavors. If you have the recalled lot, return it; if you have another RAPTURE container, follow the broader FDA warning.
Which ingredients has FDA acted on?
For pre-workout and muscle-focused products, three names deserve a careful label check.
| Ingredient or category | What the FDA says | What it means for your check |
|---|---|---|
| DMAA | FDA says DMAA is not a dietary ingredient and that dietary supplements containing it are illegally marketed. | Look for DMAA and its alternate names, including 1,3-DMAA, methylhexanamine, and geranium extract. |
| DMHA | FDA considers DMHA an unsafe food additive and says dietary supplements containing it are adulterated. | Check for DMHA, 1,5-DMHA, octodrine, or 2-aminoisoheptane. |
| SARMs | FDA says SARMs marketed for human bodybuilding are unapproved drugs, even when a label says “research purposes” or “not for human consumption.” | A bodybuilding claim does not turn a SARM product into a lawful dietary supplement. |
The FDA’s DMAA guidance lists label names that may point to DMAA. Its DMHA guidance provides the alternate names for DMHA. For SARMs and the Ykarine warning, use the FDA’s bodybuilding-products alert.
Creatine is not a steroid. If you are comparing ordinary performance ingredients, start with the goal you are training for and the complete label; muscle-growth supplement basics can help you organize that comparison.
What should you do if you feel unwell after using a product?
Report a suspected supplement adverse event through the FDA’s MedWatch reporting route. The FDA’s RAPTURE notice specifically directs consumers to the online MedWatch voluntary reporting form or a faxed report at 1-800-FDA-0178.
Chest pain, fainting, severe palpitations, trouble breathing, or symptoms after a suspected overdose need urgent care. The FDA’s SARM alert also identifies symptoms including nausea, weakness or fatigue, fever, abdominal pain, jaundice, and dark urine as reasons to contact a health care professional.
Before you order another pre-workout
- Match your exact product and lot to the FDA recalls and safety alerts page.
- Read the full ingredient panel for DMAA, DMHA, and SARM-related claims or ingredients.
- Keep a photo of the label and lot code if you need to report a problem or seek a recall refund.
- Ask the seller for the current label if the listing does not show it clearly.
This is general information, not legal advice. For a current recall question, your next step is simple: compare the exact tub in your hand with the FDA notice before you use it again.
By the Gym Floor Guide Editorial Team
This article is for general information purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult your doctor or qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine.