The Food and Drug Administration issued Advisory 2015-007 advising against the use of “KIRKLAND Signature Vitamin E 400 I.U. Softgels.”
“Upon determination by the Food and Drug Administration, the product is confirmed to be unregistered,” it said in its advisory dated Feb. 20. The advisory was posted on the FDA website on Friday.
FDA OIC Nicolas Lutero III said food and drug regulation field officers have instructions to seize the product if found in the market.
Lutero also asked local government units and law enforcement agencies to help ensure the product is not sold or offered for sale in their localities.
Also, he warned drug establishments and outlets against the importation, distribution, or sale of any unregistered drug product.
On the other hand, he advised consumers to look for the FDA Registration number on the product label.
Those needing more information may email the FDA at info@fda.gov.ph, or report the sale and distribution of unregistered health products at report@fda.gov.ph or (02)807-8275.
People who experience adverse drug reaction may email adr@fda.gov.ph. — Joel Locsin/LBG, GMA News
