Health Alert: Zemp Pharmaceuticals Issues Urgent Recall of Acetaminophen Products in Canada
- Health Canada has issued a recall of certain vitamins and medications sold by Quebec pharmaceutical brand JAMP Pharma, warning consumers to avoid taking specific tablets due to potential...
- These products may contain overweight or underweight tablets, which can lead to adverse health effects.
- Health Canada advises consumers to check if their medication is being recalled and to consult a healthcare professional before stopping taking it.
Health Canada Announces Recall of Vitamins and Medications Sold by JAMP Pharma
Health Canada has issued a recall of certain vitamins and medications sold by Quebec pharmaceutical brand JAMP Pharma, warning consumers to avoid taking specific tablets due to potential health risks.
Affected Products
The recall affects various products, including:
- Vitamin D3 tablets, with approximately 10,000 tablets of various sizes affected
- Paracetamol tablets in doses of 325 mg and 500 mg
- Telmisartan tablets in doses of 40 mg and 80 mg
These products may contain overweight or underweight tablets, which can lead to adverse health effects.
What to Do
Health Canada advises consumers to check if their medication is being recalled and to consult a healthcare professional before stopping taking it.
Consumers with questions about the recall should contact the manufacturer directly. Anyone experiencing side effects should report them to Health Canada.
About the Affected Medications
Paracetamol, also known as acetaminophen in some countries, is used to treat aches, pains, and fever. Telmisartan is typically used to treat moderate blood pressure or to reduce the risk of fatal stroke or heart attack in some patients.