PregVit and PregVit folic 5 recall in Canada: Packaging error
In plain language
This recall involves certain lots of PregVit and PregVit folic 5 vitamin-mineral supplements sold in Canada. They are being recalled because blister packages may contain an incorrect combination of tablets due to a packaging error. Stop using the product if affected and follow the return steps in the official notice.
What to do
- Stop using the product if it has an incorrect tablet combination.
- Check your product to ensure it contains the correct combination of pink and blue tablets.
- Contact your pharmacist for a replacement if your product is affected.
- Consult your healthcare professional if you have health concerns.
- Contact Duchesnay Inc. with any questions.
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Affected products
PregVit
Lot: 19003, 19001V, 18015V, 18010V, 18012V, 18006V, 18003V, 17019V, 17016, 17002, 16065, 16064, 16045, 16042
Date codes: 2019-12-31, 2020-01-31, 2020-02-29, 2020-03-31, 2020-05-31, 2020-06-30, 2020-07-31, 2020-08-31, 2021-04-30, 2021-05-31, 2021-08-31, 2021-09-30, 2021-10-31
PregVit folic 5
Lot: 18022, 18007, 18002, 16053
Date codes: 2019-12-31, 2020-09-30, 2020-10-31, 2021-07-31
Why this matters
Incorrect dosage of active ingredients
Do I have this product?
This recall only applies to specific products. Follow the steps below to check.
- 1
Check the product name
Make sure your product name matches one of the affected products listed above.
- 2
Check the date code
Date codes are usually printed near the best-before date or on the packaging seam.
Affected date codes: 2019-12-31, 2020-01-31, 2020-02-29, 2020-03-31, 2020-05-31, 2020-06-30, 2020-07-31, 2020-08-31, 2020-09-30, 2020-10-31, 2021-04-30, 2021-05-31, 2021-07-31, 2021-08-31, 2021-09-30, 2021-10-31
- 3
Check the lot number
Lot numbers identify specific production batches.
Affected lots: 18022, 18007, 18002, 16053, 19003, 19001V, 18015V, 18010V, 18012V, 18006V, 18003V, 17019V, 17016, 17002, 16065, 16064, 16045, 16042
If your product matches one or more of the details above, it may be affected by this recall.
If your product does not match these details, it is not affected by this recall.
When in doubt, always check the official notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was this product recalled?
Incorrect dosage of active ingredients
What should consumers do?
Stop using the product if it has an incorrect tablet combination. Check your product to ensure it contains the correct combination of pink and blue tablets. Contact your pharmacist for a replacement if your product is affected. Consult your healthcare professional if you have health concerns. Contact Duchesnay Inc. with any questions.
Where was the product sold?
This product was sold in Canada. For specific retailers or distribution areas, please check the official recall notice linked on this page.
Is there a health risk?
Yes, there may be a health risk. Incorrect dosage of active ingredients
When was this product recalled?
This product was recalled on November 15, 2019.
Is the PregVit, PregVit folic 5 brand affected by this recall?
Yes, PregVit, PregVit folic 5 products are affected by this recall. This recall involves certain lots of PregVit and PregVit folic 5 vitamin-mineral supplements sold in Canada. They are being recalled because blister packages may contain an incorrect combination of tablets due to a packaging error. Stop using the product if affected and follow the return steps in the official notice.