URGENT PUBLIC HEALTH ALERT Mandatory Recall

January 14, 2026 | Regulatory Affairs | Consumer Safety

FDA Issues Urgent Nationwide Recall of Modern Warrior Energy Supplements Due to Illegal Drug Contamination

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a critical recall of "Ready" supplements manufactured by Arizona-based company Modern Warrior. Marketed as tools for enhancing mental clarity and metabolic energy, these products were found to contain undeclared synthetic drugs that pose significant life-threatening risks to consumers.

Health Risk Assessment

The recall follows laboratory testing that identified three potent, unapproved pharmacological agents within the supplement formulation: Tianeptine, 1,4-DMAA, and Aniracetam. These substances are not permitted in dietary supplements and can cause severe cardiovascular and neurological events.

Analysis of Undeclared Ingredients

Tianeptine (Synthetic Opioid) A synthetic antidepressant that acts on opioid receptors. It carries an extremely high risk of addiction, withdrawal, and fatal overdose. It is illegal for prescription use in the U.S.

1,4-DMAA (Banned Stimulant) A synthetic stimulant that constricts blood vessels. Known to cause hypertension, heart attacks, and strokes. It is prohibited by the FDA and major sports organizations.

Aniracetam (Nootropic) A compound linked to neurotransmitter influence. While studied in animals, it lacks robust human clinical trials to establish safe upper limits or long-term safety.

The Regulatory Gap: Supplements vs. Pharmaceuticals

Unlike prescription medications, dietary supplements sold by companies like Modern Warrior do not undergo FDA pre-market approval. This critical gap allows products to reach consumers without established efficacy or safety data from large-scale clinical trials.

Requirement	Dietary Supplements	Prescription Drugs
Pre-market Clinical Trials	Not Required	Mandatory
Efficacy Demonstration	Manufacturer Claim Only	FDA Verified
Ingredient Transparency	Often Undeclared	Strictly Monitored

Distribution and Impact Timeline

According to federal records, the affected Modern Warrior "Ready" supplements—which retail for approximately $170 per set—were distributed nationwide between April 2022 and December 2025. The FDA warns that hundreds of thousands of consumers may be affected by this contamination.

Modern Warrior, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, has reportedly ceased all sales and moved remaining inventory to a "quarantine" area of its warehouse. All online listings for the supplement set have been disabled to prevent further accidental distribution.

Consumer Action Required

Consumers in possession of these supplements are urged to stop use immediately and contact the manufacturer for disposal instructions. Any adverse health events should be reported to the FDA’s MedWatch program to assist in the ongoing investigation.