Nordic Naturals Baby’s Vitamin D3 Liquid is being recalled because it contains high levels of vitamin D3. Depending on the level of vitamin D3 in the product, it can cause health problems in infants if it is in very strong doses. This recall notice is posted on the FDA’s Enforcement Reports page, rather than the regular recall page, so there is no information on whether any illnesses have been previously reported to the company. The recall company is Nordic Naturals of Watsonville, California.
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin, so it can accumulate in the body and excess levels are not excreted in the urine. Symptoms of elevated vitamin D levels in infants can include vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst, frequent urination, and failure to thrive.
The recalled dietary supplements were distributed to 79 consignees, including retailers, distributors, and consumers. It is unknown how many people purchased this product through Amazon. This vitamin is found in Arkansas, Arizona, California, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Distributed to US distributors in North Carolina. North Dakota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Texas, Vermont, Wisconsin, and Washington, DC. Additionally, it was sold to foreign customers in Dubai and Kenya.
The recalled product is Nordic Naturals Baby Vitamin D3 Liquid 400 IU in a 0.76-ounce glass bottle. Lot number is 234909. Approximately 5,564 bottles of this supplement are subject to this recall.
If you purchase this product, please do not give it to children. You can either throw it in a secure trash can or take it back to the store where you bought it for a full refund.
