The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0190-2017·Announced 2016-10-26

Adwe Prenatal Vitamin Recalled for Folic Acid Potency Concerns

DNE Nutraceuticals Inc. is recalling Adwe Prenatal tablets due to a concern regarding the potency of folic acid. The recall affects 1,200 bottles distributed in New York.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, and the hazard involves a potency concern (under-dosing) rather than a high-risk pathogen or acute injury, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity voluntary precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

DNE Nutraceuticals Inc. is recalling Adwe Prenatal tablets, manufactured for Adwe Laboratories, due to a concern regarding the potency of folic acid. The product is identified by Lot 8990 and UPC 040168805079.

The recall involves 1,200 bottles of the product. Distribution was limited to New York. The FDA has classified this recall as Class II, indicating that use of, or exposure to, the violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it and contact the recalling firm for further instructions or a refund.

The recalled product

Product
Adwe Naturals Prenatal Vitamin Manufactured for: Adwe Laboratories 1274 49 Street Brooklyn, NY 11219 UPC 040168805079
Affected units
1,200

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • Lot 8990

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

Same hazard · potency concern

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