Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has issued a warning to the public about the appropriate use of items containing naphthalene, citing its registration as an insecticide.
The FDA stressed in a statement issued on Tuesday, June 4, that these drugs should only be used as directed by the manufacturer and in accordance with label instructions.
According to the FDA, labels on legally registered Naphthalene items in Ghana include warnings and cautions about their flammability and should be kept away from children, food, water, and fire.
It has mandated particular labelling specifications, such as usage instructions and storage guidelines, for products containing naphthalene.
The Authority emphasised that using the product improperly could have negative effects, therefore, carefully follow the usage directions.
To protect their health and safety, the FDA has asked the public to follow the labelling instructions for all items that contain naphthalene as well as for all other chemicals.
It has said that it will work with pertinent organisations to guarantee Ghana’s safe and ongoing use of naphthalene products.
“In Ghana, the FDA has registered Naphthalene-containing products for use as insecticides.
The FDA wishes to inform the public that labels on registered Naphthalene products in Ghana contain sufficient information on their proper use, warnings, and cautions.
“These products should not come into contact with children or food, including water, and as a flammable material, should be kept away from fire.”