Drug Recalls and recalled medical devices from pharmaceutical industry and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) press releases.

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. 

American Regent Recalls Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Injection Vials

March 18, 2011

American Regent is conducting a nationwide voluntary recall of the following:

Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Injection, 4 mg/mL, 1 mL Single Dose Vials NDC # 0517-4901-25; and Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Injection, 4 mg/mL, 5 mL Multiple Dose Vials NDC # 0517-4905-25;
and Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Injection, 4 mg/mL, 30 mL Multiple Dose Vials NDC # 0517-4930-25

American Regent Recalls Bacteriostatic Sodium Chloride Injection Vials

March 18, 2011

American Regent is conducting a nationwide voluntary recall of the three lots listed below of the following product:

Bacteriostatic Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, 0.9%, 30 mL, Multiple Dose Vials NDC # 0517-0648-25

 PLEASE NOTE:  This recall, initiated on March 15, 2011 to the User Level, is for the following lots of Bacteriostatic Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, 0.9% 30 mL Multiple Dose Vials: NDC # 0517-0648-25

Oak Farms Dairy Recalls Certain Plastic Bottles and Paper Cartons Due to Presence of Alkaline Phosphatase

March 13, 2011

The Oak Farms Dairy plant in Waco is voluntarily recalling half gallon plastic bottles of whole chocolate milk, half pint paper cartons of whole chocolate milk, and half pint paper cartons of 1% chocolate milk due to the presence of Alkaline Phosphatase found in samples during routine testing.

Smith & Nephew’s Recalls IV PREP Antiseptic Wipes Due to Potential Microbial Contamination

March 8, 2011

Smith & Nephew’s Advanced Wound Management division (LSE: SN; NYSE: SNN) announced a U.S. voluntary nationwide recall of selected lots of IV PREP Antiseptic Wipes (product number 59421200) manufactured for Smith & Nephew by The Triad Group.

Garden of Life Issues Recalls Vitamin Code Raw Vitamin C Dietary Supplement

March 4, 2011

Garden of Life, LLC announces that it is voluntarily recalling its Raw Vitamin C because these products may contain undeclared soy proteins.

Wellpet LLC Voluntarily Recalls Certain Lots Of Canned Cat Food

March 2, 2011

WellPet LLC announced today it has voluntarily recalled certain lots of Wellness® canned cat food.

While recent laboratory testing found that most lots of Wellness canned cat food that were tested contain sufficient amounts of thiamine (also known as Vitamin B1), some of the lots listed below might contain less than adequate levels of thiamine. However, out of an abundance of caution, WellPet has decided to recall all of the lots listed below.

E&J Brandy Announces A Nationwide Recall Of Stainless Steel Flasks Due To Possible Lead Risk

March 1, 2011

E&J Brandy announces the following voluntary recall. Consumers should immediately stop using the stainless steel flask in E&J VSOP gift sets in 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010, and in E&J XO gift sets sold in 2006. This voluntary recall pertains only to stainless steel flasks manufactured for E&J Brandy because laboratory results revealed that brandy stored in the flask under certain conditions may show elevated levels of lead.

Martin’s Famous Pastry Shoppe Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Soy Protein in Certain “Nibble With Gibble’s” And Kay and Ray’s Branded Products

February 25, 2011

 Martin’s Famous Pastry Shoppe, Inc. of Chambersburg, PA, is recalling the below listed packages of chips because they may contain undeclared soy protein. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivities to soy protein run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction, if they consume these products.

 Nibble with Gibble’s    
  • 16 oz Party Pounder
UPC # 4166410500
  • 12 oz Curly Kettle
UPC # 4166410216
  • 10 oz Family Pak Reg
UPC # 4166410310
  • 10 oz Krinkle Kut Reg
UPC # 4166410312

Svelte 30 Nutritional Consultants Issues a Recall of Weight Loss Pills Found to Contain an Undeclared Drug Ingredient, Sibutramine

February 24, 2011

Svelte 30 Nutritional Consultants has been informed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that a sample of Svelte 30 orange & gray capsule was collected and tested by FDA in January 2011. The capsules tested positive for Sibutramine, an FDA-approved drug used as an appetite suppressant for weight loss. The FDA has not approved Svelte 30 orange & gray capsules as drugs; therefore the safety and effectiveness of this product is unknown.

Biotab Nutraceuticals Issues a Recall of Specific Lots of the Nutritional Supplement EXTENZE

February 24, 2011

Biotab Nutraceuticals, Inc. (“Biotab”) is conducting a voluntary recall of two lots of EXTENZE nutritional supplement tablets. Some packages bearing lot numbers 0709241 and 0509075 are counterfeit products containing undeclared drug ingredients that can pose a serious risk to health.

Upsher-Smith Labs Announces Expansion of Nationwide Recall on Amantadine, Amlodipine, Androxy, Baclofen, Bethanechol, Jantovena and Oxybutynin

February 20, 2011

Upsher-Smith Laboratories, Inc., of Maple Grove, Minnesota is voluntarily expanding its previously announced recall of Jantoven® Warfarin Sodium, USP, 3 mg Tablets to include additional products that were packaged on the same packaging line between May 17, 2010 and November 17, 2010. The company is initiating the recall as a precautionary measure after a bottle labeled as Jantoven® Warfarin Sodium, USP, 3 mg Tablets was found by a retail pharmacy to contain tablets at a higher, 10 mg strength.

Upsher-Smith Labs Recalls Jantoven Warfarin Sodium Tablets Due To Mislabeled Bottles

February 18, 2011

Upsher-Smith Laboratories, Inc., of Maple Grove, Minnesota is voluntarily recalling one lot (lot #284081) of Jantoven® Warfarin Sodium, USP, 3mg Tablets, an anticoagulant with an expiration date of September 2012, NDC # 0832-1214-00. The company is initiating the recall as a precautionary measure after a single bottle labeled as Jantoven® Warfarin Sodium, USP, 3mg Tablets was found to contain tablets at a higher, 10mg strength before it was dispensed. To date, the company has identified no additional mislabeled bottles.

Prime Choice Foods Corp Recalls Certain Garden of Eatin Multi-Grain Tortilla Chips Due to Undeclared Allergens

February 17, 2011

Prime Choice Foods announced that it is taking the precautionary measure of recalling certain lots of Garden of Eatin’® Multi Grain Sea Salt Tortilla Chips (9 oz bags), Garden of Eatin’® Multi Grain Everything Tortilla Chips (9 oz bags) and Garden of Eatin’® Multi Grain Blues Sea Salt Tortilla Chips (9 oz bags) due to the presence of undeclared wheat and soy.

Biosan Labs Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Soy in Vitamin and Nutritional Supplements

February 9, 2011

BioSan Laboratories, Inc is conducting a voluntary recall on its products sold under the EssentialsTM and RightFoodTM Brands, as well as Therapeutix Cardio Strength and Innate Cardio Response.  These products may contain undeclared soy flour.

Essentials Iron Free One Daily

RightFoods Complete Life

Essentials Bone

RightFoods Women’s One Daily

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