FDA Announces New Warnings on Chantix, Zyban and Wellbutrin
July 31, 2009
As reported in this recall alert from November 2007, the drug varenicline (marketed as Chantix and used to help patients quit smoking) has been associated with troubling neuropsychiatric symptoms, such as suicidal thoughts and rage. The the comments section on that page for substantiating anecdotal reports from our readers.
Abbott Issues Voluntary Recall of POWERSAIL Coronary Dilatation Catheters
July 31, 2009
Abbott has conducted a voluntary recall of three lots of POWERSAIL® Coronary Dilatation Catheters from United States distribution and one lot from international distribution as a result of four complaints (one from each lot) that the distal shaft of the catheter exhibited damage. While the issue could be detected and avoided during the preparation for use of the product, it may cause a leak of contrast material during use, which could lead to catheter functional failures and clinical consequences, including air embolism and myocardial infarction, which has the potential to lead to death.
Indian Groceries & Spices, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Sulfites In Nirav Golden Raisins
July 31, 2009
Indian Groceries & Spices, Inc. of Skokie, IL is recalling Nirav Golden Raisins because it may contain undeclared sulfites. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
Carefusion Issues Update Regarding Previously Disclosed Recall of the Alaris
July 31, 2009
CareFusion Corporation, which is expected to become a public company following its planned spinoff from Cardinal Health, today issued the following update regarding its previously disclosed recall of the Alaris System:
Bed Steps Recalled by Domestications Due to Fall Hazard
July 31, 2009
THE FOLLOWING PRODUCT SAFETY RECALL WAS VOLUNTARILY CONDUCTED BY THE FIRM IN COOPERATION WITH THE CPSC. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING THE PRODUCT IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED.
NAME OF PRODUCT: DOMESTICATIONS BED STEPS
UNITS: ABOUT 780
RETAILER: DOMESTICATIONS, OF WEEHAWKEN, N.J.
IMPORTER: HANOVER DIRECT INC., OF WEEHAWKEN, N.J.
Boy’s Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings and Warm up Sets Recalled by Burlington Coat Factory Due to Strangulation Hazard
July 31, 2009
WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION, IN COOPERATION WITH THE FIRM NAMED BELOW, TODAY ANNOUNCED A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED.
NAME OF PRODUCT: BOYS HOODED SWEATSHIRTS AND WARM UP SETS
UNITS: ABOUT 13,300
Little Tikes Clubhouse Swing Sets Recalled Due to Fall Hazard
July 31, 2009
WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION, IN COOPERATION WITH THE FIRM NAMED BELOW, TODAY ANNOUNCED A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED.
NAME OF PRODUCT: LITTLE TIKES CLUBHOUSE SWING SET
UNITS: ABOUT 1,950
Sherwin-Williams Recalls Purdy Scrapers Due to Laceration Hazard
July 31, 2009
WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION, IN COOPERATION WITH THE FIRM NAMED BELOW, TODAY ANNOUNCED A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED.
NAME OF PRODUCT: PURDY 2 ½” 4-EDGE SCRAPERS
UNITS: ABOUT 76,000
Frigidaire Recalls Clothes Washers Due to Fire Hazard
July 31, 2009
WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION, IN COOPERATION WITH THE FIRM NAMED BELOW, TODAY ANNOUNCED A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED.
NAME OF PRODUCT: CROSLEY®, FRIGIDAIRE®, KELVINATOR®, KENMORE®, WASCOMAT®, AND WHITE-WESTINGHOUSE® CLOTHES WASHERS
Frontera Produce Recalls One Lot of Cilantro Because of Possible Health Risk
July 30, 2009
Frontera Produce, of Edinburg, TX, is voluntarily recalling one lot of cilantro because it has the potential to be contaminated with salmonella. The company is working with the FDA to inform consumers of this recall, and no illnesses have been reported to date.
Nutracoastal Trading Recalls S-DROL Dietary supplement lot 810481
July 30, 2009
Nutracoastal Trading LLC announced today that it is conducting a voluntary nationwide recall of the company’s dietary supplement product sold under the following name: S-DROL.
Nutracoastal Trading Recalls STEAM Dietary supplement lot 80214
July 30, 2009
Nutracoastal Trading LLC announced today that it is conducting a voluntary nationwide recall of the company’s dietary supplement product sold under the following name: STEAM.
California Firm Recalls Ready-To-Eat Pork Skin Products Produced Without Inspection
July 30, 2009
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Fireside Coffee Co. Recalls Chai Tea Affected by Plainview Milk Product Recall
July 29, 2009
Fireside Coffee Co. Swartz Creek, MI is recalling all Fireside Chai Tea that contains dry milk produced by Plainview Milk Products after June 2007. Plainview Milk Products of Plainview, MN has recalled its instant non-fat dry milk because of potential Salmonella contamination. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
Haifa Smoked Fish, Inc is voluntarily recalling Haifa Smoked Fish brand Cold Smoked Whitefish sold between December 7, 2008 and June 18, 2009 Because of Possible Health Risk
July 29, 2009
Haifa Smoked Fish, Inc is voluntarily recalling all Haifa Smoked Fish brand Cold Smoked Whitefish sold between December 7, 2008 and June 18, 2009. The product is being recalled because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
BabySwede LLC Recalls Bouncer Chairs Due to Laceration Hazard
July 29, 2009
WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION, IN COOPERATION WITH THE FIRM NAMED BELOW, TODAY ANNOUNCED A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED.
NAME OF PRODUCT: BABYBJöRN® BABYSITTER BALANCE AND BABYBJöRN® BABYSITTER BALANCE AIR BOUNCER CHAIRS
Blitz USA Recalls Enviro-Flo Plus Fuel Containers Due to Fire Hazard
July 29, 2009
WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION, IN COOPERATION WITH THE FIRM NAMED BELOW, TODAY ANNOUNCED A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED.
NAME OF PRODUCT: ENVIRO-FLO PLUS FUEL CONTAINERS (1 AND 2 GALLON CONTAINER SIZES)
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