Dietary Supplement Recall Update As FDA Sets Risk Level [Video]

A vitamin B supplement currently being recalled in the U.S. and Canada due to incorrect formulation has been given a moderate to high risk level by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

On October 7, Nestle Health Science issued a voluntary recall for Douglas Labs Stress-B-Plus Dietary Supplement Tablets. The products were incorrectly formulated with niacin instead of niacinamide.

Niacin can cause a flushing reaction that can lead to burning, itching or redness on the face, arms or chest. This reaction is usually temporary and goes away as the body gets used to the vitamin.

On November 17, the FDA issued a Class II risk classification for the affected supplements.

A Class II rating means there is “a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences …