The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has revoked the marketing authorisation of Omama Herbal Mixture after laboratory tests confirmed it was adulterated with prescription-only medicines including Diazepam, Metronidazole, Paracetamol, and Niacinamide.
The FDA, in a statement issued Friday, said market surveillance with the Ghana Police Service uncovered the contamination. Originally registered as a herbal remedy for malaria and loss of appetite, the product should not contain synthetic drugs.
“These medicines are dangerous when taken without prescription or professional advice,” the FDA warned, urging the public to immediately stop using the product due to serious health risks.
The Authority is collaborating with Omama Herbal Group Limited to recall all batches for safe disposal. Regulatory action, including possible criminal prosecution, will follow.
The FDA reaffirmed its commitment to public safety and encouraged reporting of anyone selling the product to the nearest office.
