Counterfeit Viagra and Cialis recall in Canada: Product safety risk
In plain language
This recall involves counterfeit Viagra and Cialis products seized in Toronto, Canada. They are being recalled because they are fake and may pose serious health risks. Stop using the product and consult a healthcare professional if you have health concerns.
What to do
- Immediately stop using and safely dispose of the product.Consult a health care professional (physician, nurse, pharmacist) if you have taken these products and have health concerns.Only buy your prescription drugs from licensed pharmacies. If you have questions about whether a pharmacy is legitimate, contact the pharmacy regulatory authority in your province or territory. Read information on buying safe sexual enhancement products, including signs that your product is fake.Report any health product-related adverse reactions or complaints to Health Canada.
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Affected products
Counterfeit Viagra, 100 mg sildenafil tablets
Date codes: expiry 03-2030
Counterfeit Cialis, 20 mg tadalafil tablets
Lot: 05668
Date codes: expiry 04-2028
Why this matters
Product safety risk
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: expiry 03-2030, expiry 04-2028
- 3
Check the lot number
Lot numbers identify specific production batches.
Affected lots: 05668
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?
Product safety risk
What should consumers do?
Immediately stop using and safely dispose of the product.Consult a health care professional (physician, nurse, pharmacist) if you have taken these products and have health concerns.Only buy your prescription drugs from licensed pharmacies. If you have questions about whether a pharmacy is legitimate, contact the pharmacy regulatory authority in your province or territory. Read information on buying safe sexual enhancement products, including signs that your product is fake.Report any health product-related adverse reactions or complaints to Health Canada.
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. Product safety risk
When was this product recalled?
This product was recalled on December 5, 2025.