Health Canada has announced a recall of several cannabis oils and softgels because they may contain unexpected amounts of THC and HHC.
According to the authority, both ingredients are narcotics that could pose a danger to consumers.
Affected products include certain dosages of Emprise CBN+CBD Softgels, NuLeaf Naturals Full Spectrum Hemp Multicannabinoid Oil and Oil Softgels, and Ultra Plus Multicannabinoid Oil and Softgels.
They were sold to consumers by authorized retailers in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario and Yukon between December 2022 and July 2024.
The products were also sold to medical customers through Rosebud Productions Inc., Open Fields Winnipeg, Open Fields Saskatchewan and Médicibis in Quebec.
Both Health Canada and the recalling company, iNaturally Organic Inc., have received reports of adverse reactions.
According to Health Canada, consumers should immediately stop taking the affected cannabis oils and capsules and either throw them away or return them to where they purchased them.
To see the specific dosages and lot numbers affected, visit https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published August 9, 2024.
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