Inc. is recalling Jade Pharmacy brand Meridian Circulation tablets and liquid extract and Jade Pharmacy brand Quell Fire tablets because they may present a serious health hazard to consumers. The products contain aristolochic acid.
Aristolochic acid is a potent carcinogen and nephrotoxin found in certain plants and botanicals.
This chemical can cause serious kidney damage and the use of products that contain aristolochic acid has been associated with several occurrences of kidney failure. The use of aristolochic acid containing products has been linked to increased risk of kidney cancer in people who have consumed it. Jade Pharmacy brand Meridian Circulation, and Jade Pharmacy brand Quell Fire were distributed throughout the United States through licensed health practitioners. Meridian Circulation and Quell Fire are packaged under the Jade Pharmacy label. 2 oz., and 4 oz.