Home Bargains, a popular retail chain, is issuing a recall for the product Sci-Mx Nutrition Ultra Muscle Strawberry Flavour. The reason for the recall is the discovery of high levels of caffeine in the product, rendering it unsafe for consumption.
The affected product is the Sci-Mx Nutrition Ultra Muscle Strawberry Flavour, specifically the 1.5kg bags with the batch code W110429 and a best before date of March 2025.
Consuming products with high levels of caffeine can lead to various adverse effects. Symptoms may include anxiety, sleeplessness, agitation, palpitations, diarrhoea, and restlessness. Individuals with existing mental health conditions may experience exacerbated psychosis, potentially necessitating higher doses of medication. Moreover, caffeine can reduce the efficacy of antipsychotic medications.
It is crucial for children and individuals sensitive to caffeine to consume it in moderation. Pregnant and breastfeeding women are advised to limit their caffeine intake to no more than 200mg per day.
Home Bargains has taken immediate action to recall the Sci-Mx Nutrition Ultra Muscle Strawberry Flavour product. Point of sale notices will be prominently displayed in all retail stores selling the affected product. These notices provide information to customers regarding the recall and offer guidance on what steps to take if they have purchased the product.
Consumers who have bought the recalled product are advised not to consume it. Instead, they should contact Sci-Mx customer careline at [email protected]. The company will facilitate a full refund for the affected product.
