Recall of Mylanta and Alternagel Liquid Products

November 29, 2010

RECALL OF MYLANTA AND ALTERNAGEL LIQUID PRODUCTS

 

CONTACT: CONSUMER CARE CENTER 1-800-469-5268

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – NOVEMBER 29, 2010 – IN CONSULTATION WITH THE U.S. FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION (FDA), JOHNSON & JOHNSON-MERCK CONSUMER PHARMACEUTICALS, CO. (JJMCP) IS RECALLING, FROM THE WHOLESALE AND RETAIL LEVEL, TWELVE MYLANTA® LIQUID PRODUCTS AND ONE ALTERNAGEL® LIQUID PRODUCT. JJMCP IS CONDUCTING THE RECALL IN ORDER TO UPDATE THE LABELING FOR THESE PRODUCTS. THE SPECIFIC PRODUCTS INVOLVED, LISTED BELOW, ARE BEING RECALLED IN THE UNITED STATES AND PUERTO RICO.

ROLAIDS® Extra Strength Softchews Recall

November 28, 2010

In consultation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), McNeil Consumer Healthcare, Division of McNEIL-PPC, Inc. has initiated a voluntary recall of one product lot of ROLAIDS® Extra Strength Softchews, Cherry Flavor, 36 count package distributed in the United States.

Three Tylenol Cold Multi-Symptom Liquid Products Recalled

November 28, 2010

In consultation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), McNeil Consumer Healthcare, Division of McNEIL-PPC, Inc., is recalling, from the wholesale and retail level, three TYLENOL® Cold Multi-Symptom liquid products in order to update the labeling for these products. The specific products involved, listed below, are sold in the United States.

Artisan Confections Recalls Dagoba new moon™ Rich Dark Chocolate 74% Cacao 0.32-Ounce Squares Due to Possible Health Risk

November 25, 2010

Artisan Confections Company is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of its Dagoba Organic Chocolate new moon Rich Dark Chocolate 74% cacao 0.32 ounce squares because they may contain Salmonella. No other sizes or Dagoba items are involved in this recall.

Bravo Farms Cheese Recall

November 25, 2010

BRAVO FARMS IS EXPANDING ITS RECALL TO INCLUDE ALL BRAVO FARMS CHEESE. BRAVO FARMS HAD PREVIOUSLY ISSUED A RECALL ON ITS DUTCH STYLE GOUDA, AND NOW OUT OF CONCERN FOR ANY FURTHER CONTAMINATION WE HAVE DECIDED TO FURTHER EXPAND THE RECALL TO INCLUDE ALL OF THEIR CHEESES. MORE INFORMATION HERE.

WalkMed Infusion Issues Nationwide Recall of Triton Pole Mount Infusion Pumps

November 25, 2010

This is an update to a previously announced recall. WalkMed Infusion LLC, Englewood, Colorado, is conducting a nationwide recall of Triton Pole Mount Infusion Pumps. The reason for this recall is that the pump door open alarm does not always work on all pumps to alert the user that the pump door is open. In this state, the pump can still run even though the pump door may be open and could result in a free flow perfusion, and may cause serious injury or death.

Whole Foods Announces Recall of Bravo Farms Cheese Due to E. Coli Contamination

November 25, 2010

Whole Foods Market announces that one of its suppliers, Bravo Farms of Traver, California, has issued a voluntary recall due to evidence of Listeria and E. coli contamination at their plant. Bravo’s products at Whole Foods Market stores in Arizona, California, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington are part of this recall since they were cut and packaged in clear plastic wrap and sold with a “Distributed by Whole Foods Market” sticker.

Advanced Bionics Cochlear Implant Recall – Recalled HiRes 90K Hearing Aid Device

November 25, 2010

Advanced Bionics (AB) is recalling their HiRes 90K cochlear implant device and is retrieving all unimplanted devices in distribution. This implanted hearing aid recall is in response to two confirmed instances where the product experienced a malfunction requiring explantation. These recipients experienced severe pain, overly loud sounds and/or shocking sensations after 8-10 days beyond initial activation of their HiRes 90k cochlear implant device.

Krunchers! Inc. Recalls 18 Cases Of Jays Original Potato Chips: Undeclared Milk Allergen

November 24, 2010

In order to be overly cautious and protect public health, Krunchers! Inc. is recalling all Jays Original Potato Chips that were produced the day of the incident; nevertheless, 18 cases are affected.

Stainless Steel Carafes Recalled by J & H International Due to Burn Hazard

November 24, 2010

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. IT IS ILLEGAL TO RESELL OR ATTEMPT TO RESELL A RECALLED CONSUMER PRODUCT.

L.L.Bean Recalls Folding Camp Rockers Due to Fall Hazard

November 24, 2010

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. IT IS ILLEGAL TO RESELL OR ATTEMPT TO RESELL A RECALLED CONSUMER PRODUCT.

Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Recalls Bosch Hammer Drills Due to Electrical Shock Hazard

November 24, 2010

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. IT IS ILLEGAL TO RESELL OR ATTEMPT TO RESELL A RECALLED CONSUMER PRODUCT.

Metallic Taper Candles Sold at Yankee Candle Stores Recalled by General Wax & Candle Company Due to Fire Hazard

November 24, 2010

NAME OF PRODUCT: SILVER AND GOLD METALLIC TAPER CANDLES
UNITS: ABOUT 33,000
MANUFACTURER: GENERAL WAX & CANDLE COMPANY, OF NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CALIF.
HAZARD: THE METALLIC PAINT CAN IGNITE ON THE CANDLES, POSING A RISK OF FIRE.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: NONE REPORTED
DESCRIPTION: THIS RECALL INVOLVES 10 INCH METALLIC SILVER AND GOLD TAPER CANDLES. THE PRICE “$1.99″ AND THE UPC CODE 609032492687 OR 609032492694 ARE PRINTED ON THE CANDLES’ PLASTIC WRAPPING.
SOLD EXCLUSIVELY AT: YANKEE CANDLE STORES NATIONWIDE FROM OCTOBER 2010 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2010 FOR ABOUT $2.
MANUFACTURED IN: UNITED STATES
REMEDY: CONSUMERS SHOULD IMMEDIATELY STOP USING THE RECALLED CANDLES AND RETURN THEM TO ANY YANKEE CANDLE STORE OR CONTACT GENERAL WAX AND CANDLE FOR A FULL REFUND.
CONSUMER CONTACT: FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, CONTACT GENERAL WAX AND CANDLE AT (800) 543-0642 BETWEEN 9 A.M. AND 5 P.M. PT, MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, OR VISIT THE FIRM’S WEBSITE AT WWW.GENERALWAXREFUND.COM

Meijer Recalls Oscillating Ceramic Heaters Due to Fire Hazard

November 24, 2010

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. IT IS ILLEGAL TO RESELL OR ATTEMPT TO RESELL A RECALLED CONSUMER PRODUCT.

Cub Cadet Recalls Utility Vehicles Due to Risk of Loss of Control

November 24, 2010

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. IT IS ILLEGAL TO RESELL OR ATTEMPT TO RESELL A RECALLED CONSUMER PRODUCT.

NAME OF PRODUCT: CUB CADET VOLUNTEER UTILITY VEHICLES

Camping Stoves and Equipment Recalled by Katadyn North America Due to Fire Hazard

November 23, 2010

WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION AND HEALTH CANADA, 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. IT IS ILLEGAL TO RESELL OR ATTEMPT TO RESELL A RECALLED CONSUMER PRODUCT.

Bassettbaby Recalls to Repair Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards

November 23, 2010

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. IT IS ILLEGAL TO RESELL OR ATTEMPT TO RESELL A RECALLED CONSUMER PRODUCT.

Darvocet Recall – Potentially Fatal Heart Abnormalities Final Straw

November 20, 2010

Darvocets Have Been Recalled - Click here for more information!Xanodyne Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is cooperating with the FDA in recalling Darvocet and Darvon, their versions of the pain killer propoxyphene. Darvon, which is also sold as Darvocet (with acetaminophen added), could cause serious and potentially fatal heart rhythm abnormalities, according to new clinical data reviewed by the FDA.

KRUNCHERS! INC. RECALLS 18 CASES OF JAYS ORIGINAL POTATO CHIPS BECAUSE OF UNDECLARED MILK ALLERGEN

November 20, 2010

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Motorized Awnings Recalled by Somfy Systems Due to Shock Hazard

November 20, 2010

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. IT IS ILLEGAL TO RESELL OR ATTEMPT TO RESELL A RECALLED CONSUMER PRODUCT.

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