Folic Acid 1mg recall in Canada: May exceed safe limits
In plain language
This recall involves various brands of Folic Acid 1mg tablets sold in Canada. It's being recalled because affected lots may contain N-nitroso-folic acid above acceptable intake limits. Consult your healthcare provider before stopping use and follow the return steps in the official notice.
What to do
- Consult your healthcare provider before discontinuing use.
- Verify if your product's lot number is affected.
- Return affected product to your local pharmacy or place of purchase for proper disposal.
- Report any health product related side effects to Health Canada.
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Affected products
FOLIC ACID 1MG
Lot: 2340T8130A, 2G3115LRJ & 2G3115NHF, 2G3115M1C, 2G3115NHG, 2G3115NHH, 2G3115NJL
Why this matters
Product quality issue due to exceeding acceptable intake limits
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 lot number
Lot numbers identify specific production batches.
Affected lots: 2340T8130A, 2G3115LRJ & 2G3115NHF, 2G3115M1C, 2G3115NHG, 2G3115NHH, 2G3115NJL
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 quality issue due to exceeding acceptable intake limits
What should consumers do?
Consult your healthcare provider before discontinuing use. Verify if your product's lot number is affected. Return affected product to your local pharmacy or place of purchase for proper disposal. Report any health product related side effects 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 quality issue due to exceeding acceptable intake limits
When was this product recalled?
This product was recalled on March 12, 2024.
Is the Equate, Sisu, Pharmasave, Compliments, Health One, Nature's Bounty brand affected by this recall?
Yes, Equate, Sisu, Pharmasave, Compliments, Health One, Nature's Bounty products are affected by this recall. This recall involves various brands of Folic Acid 1mg tablets sold in Canada. It's being recalled because affected lots may contain N-nitroso-folic acid above acceptable intake limits. Consult your healthcare provider before stopping use and follow the return steps in the official notice.