Herbal Preparations Containing Withania Somnifera (withania, Ashwagandha)

Recall Summary Herbal products containing Withania somnifera (ashwagandha) are being recalled across Australia due to reported cases of liver injury linked to these products. The recall is classified as Class II and affects ashwagandha products distributed throughout Australia. Cases of liver damage have been reported both domestically and internationally in people using these herbal preparations.

Reason
Cases of liver injury associated with herbal preparations containing Withania somnifera, commonly known as Ashwagandha, continue to be reported both in Australia and internationally.
Classification
Class II
Category
drug recall
Country
Australia
Agency
Therapeutic Goods Administration
Recall date
2026-07-07
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
Australia-wide

Official recall notice from Therapeutic Goods Administration

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/95d6282e-feba-4b95-93b5-ad78c73a765a