The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued Public Alert No. 015/2025, notifying the public of the recall of a substandard batch of Juhel Folic Acid Tablets 5mg due to quality concerns.
The recall follows routine post-marketing surveillance, which revealed that Batch No. 3403 of the product failed to meet the required standards for active ingredient content and dissolution rate, rendering it ineffective and potentially unsafe for public use.
Folic acid is widely used, especially among pregnant women, to prevent neural tube defects and support healthy fetal development. The consumption of substandard folic acid poses significant health risks, particularly in vulnerable populations.
Key details of the affected batch:
- Product Name: Juhel Folic Acid Tablet 5mg
- Batch Number: 3403
- Manufacturing Date: August 2023
- Expiry Date: July 2026
- Manufacturer: Juhel Nigeria Limited
NAFDAC has ordered an immediate recall of the affected batch from all pharmaceutical outlets and healthcare facilities. Distributors, retailers, and consumers in possession of the product are urged to discontinue use and return it to the nearest NAFDAC office.
The agency also warned the public to remain vigilant and report any adverse reactions or substandard drug suspicions via the NAFDAC PRASCOR platform or the nearest NAFDAC office.
NAFDAC reassures Nigerians of its commitment to safeguarding public health through strict regulatory oversight of pharmaceuticals in circulation.