The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has dismissed viral social media reports alleging that Amoxicillin, a commonly prescribed antibiotic, has been secretly banned in Nigeria.
In a statement released on Monday via its official X account, the agency described the claims as false and misleading, clarifying that no nationwide prohibition exists.
NAFDAC explained that while it regularly issues safety alerts, recalls, and regulatory actions against specific substandard or falsified batches of medicines, these measures do not amount to a blanket ban.
“NAFDAC has not banned Amoxicillin in Nigeria, either secretly or openly. As a responsible regulatory authority, the Agency publicly notifies Nigerians of any regulatory actions through official channels,” the statement read.
