OTTAWA – The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is expanding its energy drink recall to include more than 20 brands.
This recall was initiated in July due to certain beverages failing to meet various caffeine content and bilingual labeling requirements.
Sonic the Hedgehog, Toxic Rick and Liquid Rage are among the brands that have been added to the list in recent days.
Other caffeinated energy drinks, including Monster and Prime, were part of previous recall notices.
The advisory, released Tuesday, said people should not consume, serve or sell the recalled beverages.
Health Canada warns that high levels of caffeine can have adverse health effects, particularly in children, people who are pregnant or breastfeeding, people who are sensitive to caffeine, and people who exercise while consuming it. .
The agency notes that side effects of caffeine can include insomnia, irritability, headaches, and nervousness.
The recall notice states that there have been no reports of energy drink-related illnesses.
For a complete list of problematic energy drinks, visit the Canadian government’s Recalls and Safety Warnings website.
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