Bristol-Myers Squibb Recalls Coumadin (Warfarin Sodium) Crystalline 5 mg Tablets, Lot Number 9H49374A

May 3, 2011

Bristol-Myers Squibb is recalling one lot of 1,000-count bottles of Coumadin® (warfarin sodium) Crystalline 5 mg tablets. Bottles of 1,000 tablets are distributed to pharmacies for further dispensing to patients in prescription quantities. The lot number affected in the U.S. is 9H49374A with an expiry date of September 30, 2012. The recall is a precautionary measure based on the company’s testing of tablets from a returned bottle. A single tablet was found to be higher in potency than expected.

Coumadin is prescribed to treat or prevent blood clots. A decrease of active ingredient may increase the risk of clots which could lead to heart attack or stroke and if there is too much active ingredient, there is an increased risk of bleeding.

Ethos Environmental Recalls Dietary Supplement Regenerect

April 30, 2011

Ethos Environmental, Inc. recalls dietary supplement sold under the brand name Regenerect due to the confirmed the presence of Sulfoaildenafil, an analogue of Sildenafil, making these products unapproved new drugs.  The active drug ingredient, Sulfoaildenafil , is not listed on the label for these products.

American Regent Recalls Ammonium Molybdate Injection, USP (Molybdenum 250mcg/10 mL) 10 mL Single Dose Vial Due to the Presence of Particulate Matter

April 28, 2011

Shirley, NY – American Regent is conducting a nationwide voluntary recall of Ammonium Molybdate Injection, USP (Molybdenum 250mcg/10mL) 10mL Single Dose Vial NDC 0517-6610-25, Lot # 9409, Exp. Date June 2011.

PLEASE NOTE: This recall initiated on April 26, 2011 to the User Level is for Lot # 9409 only. No other lots of Ammonium Molybdate Injection, USP are subject to this recall.

Important Information for Atwater Carey First Aid Kit Consumers Regarding Triad Group’s Povidone Iodine Prep Pads

April 26, 2011

Wisconsin Pharmacal Company, LLC has become aware of a broad United States market recall of Triad Povidone Iodine Prep Pads, manufactured by H&P Industries Inc. and marketed under various brand names including Triad. The Triad Povidone Iodine Prep Pads were included in the Atware Carey First Aid Kits distributed by Wisconsin Pharmacal Company. In the interest of consumer safety, Wisconsin Pharmacal wants to ensure that U.S. consumers using Atwater Carey First Aid Kits are aware of the Triad recall.

The recall of the Triad Povidone Iodine Prep Pad is due to potential contamination of these products with bacteria that could lead to life-threatening infections. Current shipments of Atwater Carey First Aid Kits do not include the Triad Povidone Iodine Prep Pads.

B&M Inc. Recalls Archer Farms Ground Turmeric Due To Excessive Lead Levels.

April 16, 2011

B&M Inc. of Mount Vernon, Missouri announced on April 15, 2011 the recall of Archer Farms Ground Turmeric due to excess lead levels.   The turmeric comes in a glass bottle with a net weight of 2.6 oz. (74g) and is specifically sold at Target stores.
 
The Archer Farms Ground Turmeric was distributed to Target retail stores in the following states from June, 2009, to February, 2010: AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, and WI.

Ortho-McNeil Neurologics Recalls Two Lots of TOPAMAX

April 15, 2011

Ortho-McNeil Neurologics Division of Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., has recalled two lots of TOPAMAX® (topiramate) 100mg Tablets due to complaints of a strange odor, which may be caused by trace amounts of TBA (2,4,6 tribromoanisole), a chemical used as a fungicide.

Moog Recalls Curlin Ambulatory Infusion Pump Models 6000 CMS, 6000 CMS IOD, PainSmart, and PainSmart IOD

April 12, 2011

Moog Inc. announced today that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has classified the voluntary correction of the Curlin 6000 CMS, Curlin 6000 CMS IOD, PainSmart, and PainSmart IOD as a Class I recall.

bioMerieux Issues Urgent Expanded Recall for VITEK Piperacillin/Tazobactam Test on Gram Negative Susceptibility Cards Due to Possible Contamination

April 9, 2011

As a follow up to the communication issued on September 16, 2010, bioMérieux, Inc. is expanding its worldwide product recall of VITEK® 2 Gram Negative Susceptibility Cards containing the antibiotic Piperacillin/Tazobactam (TZP). These cards, manufactured after March 10, 2009, are used in clinical laboratories to perform antimicrobial susceptibility testing as part of the VITEK® 2 System. Clinical laboratories have been notified to perform an alternative method of testing prior to reporting results for:

  • Piperacillin/Tazobactam (TZP) and Escherichia coli, Morganella morganii, Proteus mirabilis, Proteus vulgaris, Providencia rettgeri, Providencia stuartii, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Salmonella enterica

CDC And ADPH Investigate Outbreak At Alabama Hospitals; Products Recalled

March 31, 2011

The Alabama Department of Public Health today is announcing an ongoing investigation of an outbreak of Serratia marcescens bacteremia in six Alabama hospitals. On March 16, ADPH was notified that an outbreak had occurred in two of these hospitals among patients receiving TPN (total parenteral nutrition).

Nutrition Express Recalls Protein Supplements Because Of Possible Salmonella Contamination.

March 31, 2011

Nutrition Express of Torrance, CA is recalling specific products containing whey protein isolate sourced from one supplier because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

Recall of Arnica Flower And Stem Arnica Due To Inaccurate Usage Information On Product Label

March 29, 2011

NAC Foods Corporation is announcing a recall of the Mi Pepito Arnica Flower and Stem Arnica due to inaccurate usage information on the product label. The current label states ‘Use to enhance the flavor of your favorite dish.’ The label should have stated: ‘Recommended for external use only.’

APP Pharmaceuticals Recalls Irinotecan Hydrochloride Injections

March 28, 2011

APP Pharmaceuticals, Inc., (APP) announced today that it has issued a voluntary recall of five lots of Irinotecan Hydrochloride Injection, which is used for recurrent or progressive metastatic colorectal cancer. This recall is being conducted as a precautionary measure and there have been no reports to dates of adverse events related to the recalled products.

Greenstone Recalls Citalopram and Finasteride Due to Possible Mislabeling

March 28, 2011

Greenstone LLC iis recalling medicines with lot number FI0510058-A on the label. Bottles labeled as Citalopram (used to treat depression) may contain Finasteride (used for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia).

Shaping Beauty Recalls Weight Loss Tea Found to Contain Sibutramine

March 25, 2011

Shaping Beauty, Inc. has been informed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that a weight loss dietary supplement sold and marketed by the firm contain an undeclared drug ingredient. FDA lab analyses of dietary supplement tea distributed by the company were found to contain undeclared Sibutramine used as an appetite suppressant for weight loss. The FDA has not approved the following products as drugs; therefore the safety and effectiveness of this product is unknown. All lots of the following dietary supplement products are being recalled:

USA Far Ocean Group Recalls U-Prosta Which Contains Undeclared Terazosin Hydrochloride

March 24, 2011

USA Far Ocean Group Inc., 1609 W. Valley Blvd., #338, Alhambra, CA 91803, announced today that it is conducting a voluntary nationwide recall of the Company’s supplement product sold under the name “U-Prosta Natural support for prostate health”. The Company has been informed by representatives of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that lab analysis by FDA of U-Prosta samples found the product contains terazosin, the active ingredient of an FDA-approved drug used to treat Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (enlarged prostate), making U-Prosta an unapproved drug.

Lakeside Foods Recalls Pickled Sliced Beets

March 23, 2011

Lakeside Foods, Inc. of Manitowoc, Wisconsin is initiating a voluntary recall of 3000 cases of 105-ounce canned pickled sliced beets because some cans may have been under processed. While no illnesses have been reported, these cans have the potential to be contaminated with harmful organisms including Clostridium botulinum. Botulism, a potentially fatal form of food poisoning, can cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, double vision and trouble with speaking or swallowing. Difficulty in breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distention and constipation may also be common symptoms. People experiencing these problems should seek immediate medical attention. Consumers also are warned not to use the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled.

Millar Instruments Recalls Millar Mikro-Tip Angiographic Catheter, Model SPC-454D and SPC-454F

March 23, 2011

Millar Instruments, Inc, Houston, Texas, is issuing a worldwide recall of 1,080 units of its Human Use High Injection Angiographic Catheter. The Angiographic Catheter, Models SPC-454D and SPC-454F, found to contain particulate debris within the catheter lumen, which potentially could result in embolization of foreign debris to tissues, vasculature, and organs, potentially causing myocardial infarction, stroke, limb ischemia, and /or death. Investigation revealed that small particles (debris) may exist in additional catheters of these models.  User feedback stated that particles entering the cardiovascular system increases when using the catheters’ high speed injection feature.

Universal Nutrition Recalls Several Protein-Based Supplements Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination

March 22, 2011

Universal Nutrition is recalling specific lot numbers for Gain Fast, LAVA, Real Gains, Super Whey Pro, Torrent, Ultra Mass 4500, Ultra Whey Pro and Uni-Syn because one ingredient, whey protein, has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. 

Lilly Announces Important Action Regarding Recall of Alcohol Prep Pads Made by Triad Group Included in Forteo Starter Kits

March 19, 2011

Eli Lilly and Company announced today that patients should not use the alcohol prep pads made by the Triad Group that are contained in the black starter kits for Forteo® [teriparatide (rDNA origin) injection] in the United States.

H&P Industries Recalls Certain Povidine Iodine Prep Pads Due to Potential Microbial Contamination

March 19, 2011

H&P industries, Inc., a manufacturer of over-the-counter products has initiated a voluntary product recall of ALL LOTS of POVIDINE PREP PADS manufactured by H&P Industries, Inc. but which are private labeled for many accounts. This recall has been initiated due to results of the FDA’s ongoing investigation and sampling efforts, and H&P Industries, Inc. internal investigation. 

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