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Multivitamins for pregnant women sold in BC recalled due to excess of folic acid

A batch of multivitamins for pregnant women has been recalled because they contain an excessive amount of N-nitroso-folic acid.

Health Canada said the supplements, produced by JAMP, were sold in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario and Quebec.

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The following blue tablets, from lot LKE08 of the “Pregnancy Multivitamin” product, are affected:

  • Folic acid 1.1 mg

  • Vitamin B12 12 mcg

  • Vitamin D3 600 IU

  • Calcium 300 mg

Health Canada said that lot “exceeds the acceptable intake limit for N-nitroso-folic acid.”

The department said women should consult their health care professional before they stop using the product.

They should then speak to JAMP.

Women can also report side effects to Health Canada.

To read the full warning, see here.

To read more about folic acid in pregnancy, go here.



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