WEST SACRAMENTO, CA (March 26, 2026) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a voluntary nationwide recall issued by Gear Isle of West Sacramento, California, covering two chocolate male enhancement products found to contain undeclared active pharmaceutical ingredients. According to the FDA, the company is recalling Gold Lion Aphrodisiac Chocolate Sachet and ilum Sex Chocolate because both products contain sildenafil and tadalafil — prescription drug compounds that were not disclosed on the product label. The agency confirmed that consumers who take these products while using prescription nitrate medications face the risk of a severe drop in blood pressure that may be life threatening.
Gear Isle recall: Quick summary
Gear Isle voluntarily recalled two chocolate male sexual enhancement products on March 19, 2026, after they were found to contain undeclared sildenafil and tadalafil — the active pharmaceutical ingredients in the prescription erectile dysfunction drugs Viagra and Cialis, respectively. Both products were marketed and sold as dietary supplements via internet sales nationwide. The FDA confirmed that no adverse events have been reported to date, but regulators warn that men who use nitrate medications for heart conditions are at the greatest risk of a dangerous drug interaction. Consumers who purchased either product should stop using it immediately and return it to Gear Isle for a refund.
Official Recall Details
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Date recall was issued: March 19, 2026 (FDA publish date: March 26, 2026)
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Announced by: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
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Company name: Gear Isle (Gadget Island, Inc.), West Sacramento, CA
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Brand names: Gold Lion, ilum
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Product names: Gold Lion Aphrodisiac Chocolate Male Enhancement Sachet; ilum Sex Chocolate Male Sexual Enhancement Booster
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Type of issue: Undeclared active pharmaceutical ingredients — sildenafil and tadalafil
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Distribution area: Nationwide (via internet sales)
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What consumers should do: Stop using the product immediately. Return it to Gear Isle for a refund.
What happened?
The FDA said Gear Isle initiated the voluntary recall on March 19, 2026, after the company determined that two of its chocolate male enhancement products contained sildenafil and tadalafil — active pharmaceutical ingredients that must be disclosed on product labeling and that cannot legally be marketed in dietary supplements sold over the counter. The FDA published the alert publicly on March 26, 2026.
Both products were sold as dietary supplements under the Gold Lion and ilum brand names and were distributed exclusively through internet sales, meaning the recall applies nationwide. The products are each sold as sachets in single count packaging, identifiable by the UPC codes printed on them.
In its recall notice, Gear Isle warned that “use of products with undeclared active ingredients sildenafil and tadalafil may pose a threat to consumers because the active ingredient may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs (such as nitroglycerin) and may cause a significant drop in blood pressure that may be life-threatening.”
The recall notice further identified that “among the adult male population who are most likely to use these products, adult males who use nitrates for cardiac conditions are most at risk.”
As the recall became public, consumers reacted online. One user posted on X: “Wild that you can buy something labeled as a chocolate supplement and it turns out it has Viagra in it. People could get seriously hurt.” Another wrote: “My dad takes nitroglycerin for his heart — this is exactly why I check everything he buys online.” A third commenter noted: “This is not the first time Gear Isle has had this exact problem. At some point you have to ask why it keeps happening.”
Affected products
Brand | Product | Size | UPC | Expiration date | Issue | Affected states |
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Gold Lion | Aphrodisiac Chocolate Male Enhancement Sachet | 1 count | 795847916279 | 06/2027 | Undeclared sildenafil and tadalafil | Nationwide |
ilum | Sex Chocolate Male Sexual Enhancement Booster | 1 count | 1002448578911 | 12/25/2027 | Undeclared sildenafil and tadalafil | Nationwide |
What caused the issue?
The recall stems from the presence of undeclared active pharmaceutical ingredients in products marketed as dietary supplements — a serious regulatory violation that renders the products unapproved drugs under federal law. Regulators confirmed that both the Gold Lion Aphrodisiac Chocolate Sachet and the ilum Sex Chocolate contain sildenafil and tadalafil, which are phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE-5) inhibitors approved by the FDA as prescription medications for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. Their presence in a product sold as a dietary supplement, without disclosure, is both illegal and potentially dangerous.
According to the FDA notice, the core health risk centers on drug interactions. Sildenafil and tadalafil can cause a significant reduction in blood pressure. When combined with prescription nitrate medications, such as nitroglycerin commonly prescribed for angina and other heart conditions, this interaction can produce a sudden, severe drop in blood pressure that may lead to fainting, heart attack, stroke, or death. The agency confirmed that people with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease are particularly at risk because they are more likely to be taking nitrates alongside other medications.
The FDA confirmed that Gear Isle has not received any reports of adverse events related to this specific recall as of the announcement date. However, the absence of reported incidents does not diminish the severity of the risk, particularly for men with underlying cardiac conditions who may have consumed these products without knowing they contained prescription drug compounds.
Groups most at risk are adult men who use nitrate medications for heart conditions. However, anyone who consumed these products without knowing they contained sildenafil or tadalafil should consult a healthcare provider, especially if they are on any prescription medications.
Questions you might have
- What should I do if I already consumed one of these products? Stop using the product immediately. If you take nitrate medications — such as nitroglycerin, isosorbide mononitrate, or isosorbide dinitrate — contact your doctor or call 911 if you experience symptoms such as severe dizziness, fainting, chest pain, or a sudden drop in blood pressure. Even if you are not currently on nitrates, it is advisable to speak with a healthcare provider, as sildenafil and tadalafil can interact with other medications and may affect individuals with certain underlying conditions.
- How can I identify if I have the recalled product? Check the UPC code on the packaging. The Gold Lion Aphrodisiac Chocolate Male Enhancement Sachet carries UPC 795847916279 and has an expiration date of 06/2027. The ilum Sex Chocolate Male Sexual Enhancement Booster carries UPC 1002448578911 and expires 12/25/2027. Both are sold in 1-count sachets. No lot numbers are associated with these products — all units are included in the recall.
- What are sildenafil and tadalafil, and why are they dangerous in an unlabeled product? Sildenafil is the active ingredient in Viagra, and tadalafil is the active ingredient in Cialis. Both are prescription drugs approved by the FDA and used to treat erectile dysfunction and certain pulmonary conditions. They are legal when prescribed by a doctor and used under medical supervision. The danger arises when they appear in products without disclosure, because consumers and their healthcare providers are unaware of the interaction risks, particularly with nitrate medications that are commonly taken by men with heart conditions.
- Who is most at risk from these products? Adult men who use prescription nitrate medications for heart conditions face the greatest risk. This includes men managing angina, coronary artery disease, or other cardiac conditions who take medications such as nitroglycerin. People with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease are also more likely to take nitrates and should be especially cautious. Even men without these conditions should stop using the product and consult a physician.
- Can I get a refund? Yes. Gear Isle is arranging returns and refunds for all recalled products. Stop using the product and contact Gear Isle customer service at 888-387-4753 or email [email protected], Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. PST.
- Is this a voluntary recall or was it ordered by the FDA? This is a voluntary recall initiated by Gear Isle and conducted with the knowledge and oversight of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The company proactively announced the recall on March 19, 2026.
- Why can’t sildenafil and tadalafil be sold in dietary supplements? The FDA prohibits the inclusion of active pharmaceutical drug ingredients in products marketed as dietary supplements. Sildenafil and tadalafil are prescription drug compounds that require a doctor’s prescription precisely because of their potential interactions and side effects. When included in a supplement sold without a prescription and without disclosure, consumers have no way of knowing they are taking a prescription drug compound or assessing their personal risk.
- Where were these products sold? Both the Gold Lion Aphrodisiac Chocolate Sachet and the ilum Sex Chocolate were sold exclusively through internet sales, distributed nationwide. If you purchased either product online, you are covered by this recall regardless of your location within the United States.
- Should I report my experience to the FDA? Yes, if you experienced any adverse effects after consuming these products. Reports can be submitted online through the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting Program at www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm, by mail, or by fax to 1-800-FDA-0178. Reporting adverse events helps the FDA monitor the scope and impact of the recall and may help protect other consumers.
Here’s what you should do
- What to do with the product: Stop using it immediately. Return it to Gear Isle for a full refund.
- Where to look on the label: Check the UPC code on the front of the individual sachet packaging.
- How to identify the affected product: Look for UPC 795847916279 (Gold Lion) or UPC 1002448578911 (ilum) on the packaging. No lot number is required — all units of both products are recalled.
- Brand contact details: Gear Isle Customer Service — 888-387-4753 or [email protected], Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. PST.
Behind the brand
Gear Isle, operating under its parent company Gadget Island, Inc., is an online retailer based in West Sacramento, California, that has sold a range of male enhancement products marketed as dietary supplements. The company distributes its products exclusively through internet channels, reaching consumers across the United States via its website, gearisle.com. This is not Gear Isle’s first encounter with FDA enforcement actions — the company has a documented history of recalls involving the same type of violation: the undisclosed presence of sildenafil and tadalafil in products marketed as supplements.
Source86 reached out to Gear Isle for comment on how the pharmaceutical ingredients came to be present in these chocolate products without label disclosure, but has not yet received a response. The company’s recall notice states it is notifying customers by notification letter and is arranging returns and refunds for all affected products.
Other relevant recalls
This recall is the latest in a pattern of similar incidents involving hidden prescription drug compounds in male enhancement products sold as dietary supplements. Gear Isle itself has been down this road before: in April 2023, the company issued a voluntary nationwide recall of Pro Power Knight Plus, NUX Male Enhancement, and DYNAMITE SUPER capsules after FDA analysis confirmed the products contained sildenafil and tadalafil. Prior to that, Gadget Island, Inc. (doing business as Gear Isle) recalled Rhino 7 Platinum 5000, Papa Zen 3300, Fifty Shades 6000, and Grande X 5800 capsules for the same combination of undisclosed sildenafil, tadalafil, and desmethyl carbodenafil — a structurally similar compound. The company also recalled a separate batch of Rhino 7 Platinum 5000 and other supplement products under a related FDA action. Beyond Gear Isle, the broader pattern has continued across the industry: in February 2026, Lockout Supplements recalled all lots of its Boner Bears chocolate syrup after it was found to contain undisclosed sildenafil. Just weeks earlier, USALESS.COM recalled its Rhino Choco VIP 10X chocolate supplement after regulators found it contained undeclared tadalafil.
Food safety and regulatory experts say these recurring violations reflect a systemic problem in the online supplement marketplace. “When a company has multiple recalls for the exact same undisclosed pharmaceutical compound, it raises serious questions about quality control and supplier verification,” said one food safety attorney familiar with FDA enforcement actions in the supplement space. A pharmacologist specializing in drug interactions added that the risk to consumers is real and serious: “Sildenafil and tadalafil can cause a dangerous, sometimes fatal, drop in blood pressure when combined with nitrates. For a man who takes nitroglycerin for his heart, consuming one of these products unknowingly could be catastrophic.”
Eran Mizrahi, CEO of Source86, said the Gear Isle recall reflects a broader failure of supply chain transparency:
“Food safety isn’t just about compliance; it’s about trust. Every recall reminds us how vital it is to maintain transparency, rigorous checks, and supplier accountability — especially when the undisclosed ingredient is a prescription drug.”
Ensuring safe eats
The Gear Isle recall is a serious reminder that not all products marketed as dietary supplements are what their labels claim. For men managing heart conditions, the presence of hidden pharmaceutical compounds like sildenafil and tadalafil in a chocolate product represents a genuine and potentially fatal risk. Food and supplement manufacturers bear a clear legal and ethical responsibility to disclose every active ingredient in their products — particularly those with known drug interaction risks.
If you purchased Gold Lion Aphrodisiac Chocolate Sachet or ilum Sex Chocolate, stop using both products immediately. Return them to Gear Isle for a refund, and consult a healthcare provider if you are on prescription medications or have experienced any unusual symptoms.
At Source86, we help food brands manage ingredient sourcing, FSQA oversight, and private label production with transparency and precision — ensuring that when recalls happen, supply chains are prepared to respond quickly. Our team works directly with manufacturers to implement the ingredient controls and label verification protocols that prevent incidents like this from reaching consumers in the first place. Reach out to learn how Source86 can support your brand’s food safety program.
