FDA Investigates Whether Inhalable Caffeine Is Safe

The Food and Drug Administration will investigate whether inhalable caffeine is safe or a dietary supplement like one company claims, the Associated Press reports. The caffeine is sold in lipstick sized canisters. Consumers put one end of the canister in their mouths and breathe in, releasing a fine powder that dissolves almost instantly. It's called AeroShot and didn't require an FDA review before hitting the because it's sold as a dietary supplement. Sen. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) says he met with FDA's Commissioner and she agreed to review the safety and legality of AeroShot.