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Whole Foods Market recalls carrot cake cupcakes for undeclared walnuts in Northern California

noreply@blogger.com (Diordna) — Tue, 15 May 2012 04:42:00 +0000

Signage is posted in affected Whole Foods Market stores to notify customers of this recall. The necessary corrections have been made for the cupcake six-packs currently for sale. Consumers who have purchased the affected products from Whole Foods Market may return it to the store for a full refund. Consumers with questions should contact their local store.

Whole Foods Market recalls carrot cake cupcakes for undeclared walnuts in Northern California
Contact:Media:
Libba Letton
libba.letton@wholefoods.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - May 11, 2012 - Whole Foods Market is recalling its variety cupcake six-packs sold in stores in Northern California because some of the products contain undeclared walnuts. One illness has been reported to date, and people who have allergies to walnuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
Whole Foods Market cupcake six-packs sold in Northern California included several flavors of cupcake, including chocolate, red velvet, and vanilla in addition to carrot cake. Only the carrot cake cupcakes contain walnuts. Six-packs that do not contain carrot cake cupcakes are NOT affected by this recall.
The recalled cupcakes were sold at stores in Folsom, Lafayette, Los Altos, Mill Valley, Novato, Palo Alto, San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Rosa and Sonoma.
The cupcake six-packs came in clear, plastic clamshell containers. The recall includes all expiration packed on dates prior to May 10th 2012. Customers who have purchased these products may return them to the store for a full refund.
Signage is posted in affected Whole Foods Market stores to notify customers of this recall.
The necessary corrections have been made for the cupcake six-packs currently for sale.
Consumers who have purchased the affected products from Whole Foods Market may return it to the store for a full refund. Consumers with questions should contact their local store.

Hospira Recalls Hydromorphone Hydrochloride Injection 1 MG/ML, (C-II) 1 ML Fill In 2.5 ML Carpuject

noreply@blogger.com (Diordna) — Mon, 14 May 2012 22:06:00 +0000

Anyone with an existing inventory should stop use and distribution, quarantine the product immediately, and call Stericycle at 1-888-912-7093 to arrange for the return of the product. Replacement product from other lots is available. Customers can send their DEA 222 form to Hospira, 1635 Stone Ridge Drive, Stone Mountain, GA 30083 to order replacement product. For medical inquiries, please contact Hospira Medical Communications at 1-800-615-0187. This phone number is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Hospira Announces A Nationwide Voluntary Recall Of One Lot Of Hydromorphone Hydrochloride Injection 1 MG/ML, (C-II) 1 ML Fill In 2.5 ML Carpuject, That May Contain More Than The Intended Fill Volume
Contact:Consumer:
Hospira Medical Communications
1-800-615-0187
Media
(224) 212-2357
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - May 12, 2012 - Hospira, Inc. (NYSE: HSP), announced today it is initiating a voluntary user level recall of one lot of Hydromorphone Injection, USP, 1 mg/mL (C-II), 1 mL fill in 2.5 mL Carpuject™, NDC 0409-1283-31, due to two reported complaints of a single Carpuject containing more than the 1 mL labeled fill volume.
Opioid pain medications such as Hydromorphone have life-threatening consequences if overdosed. Those consequences can include respiratory depression (slowed breathing or suspension of breathing), low blood pressure and reduced heart rate including circulatory collapse.
The affected product is a prefilled glass cartridge for use with the Carpuject Syringe system. The affected lot number is 07547LL. The expiration date is July 1, 2013.
The affected lot was distributed in September – October 2011. It was initially distributed to wholesalers and a limited number of hospitals in Alaska, Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wisconsin. Hospira is undertaking this recall in consideration of the potential for safety issues if the product is administered to patients.
Hospira has not received any reports of adverse events related to this issue for this lot. Hospira has initiated an investigation to determine the root cause and preventive actions. Consumers should contact their physician or healthcare provider if they have experienced any problems that may be related to taking or using this product.
Anyone with an existing inventory should stop use and distribution, quarantine the product immediately, and call Stericycle at 1-888-912-7093 to arrange for the return of the product. Replacement product from other lots is available. Customers can send their DEA 222 form to Hospira, 1635 Stone Ridge Drive, Stone Mountain, GA 30083 to order replacement product.For medical inquiries, please contact Hospira Medical Communications at 1-800-615-0187. This phone number is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.Any adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Events Program either online, buy regular mail or by fax.

Online:
www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm

Regular mail:
use postage-paid, pre-addressed Form FDA3500 available at www.fda.gove/MedWatch/getforms.htm

Fax:
1-800-FDA-0178
This recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).About HospiraHospira, Inc. is the world's leading provider of injectable drugs and infusion technologies. Through its broad, integrated portfolio, Hospira is uniquely positioned to Advance Wellness™ by improving patient and caregiver safety while reducing healthcare costs. The company is headquartered in Lake Forest, Ill., and has approximately 15,000 employees. Learn more at www.hospira.com

BMW IS RECALLS 2011 328I XDRIVE AND 335I XDRIVE VEHICLES

noreply@blogger.com (ravenII) — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 15:22:00 +0000

Vehicle Make / Model:		Model Year(s):
BMW / 328I		2011
BMW / 335I		2011
Manufacturer: BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC		Mfr's Report Date: SEP 15, 2011
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 11V476000		N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Potential Number of Units Affected: 190

Summary:
BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 328I XDRIVE AND 335I XDRIVE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 8, 2011, THROUGH JULY 29, 2011. THE FRONT DRIVESHAFT ATTACHMENT BOLTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO SPECIFICATION. IF THE BOLTS WERE NOT TIGHTENED TO SPECIFICATION, THEY MAY BECOME LOOSE.

Consequence:
IF THE BOLTS LOOSEN, IT COULD LEAD TO A LOSS OF POWER TO THE FRONT WHEELS AND ULTIMATELY A VEHICLE BREAKDOWN, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy:
BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT DRIVESHAFT ATTACHMENT BOLTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING OCTOBER 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND SERVICES AT 1-800-525-7417.

Notes:
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .

Quaker Oats Company, a division of PepsiCo, Recalls Quaker Chewy Smashbar Graham Pretzel snack bars

noreply@blogger.com (Diordna) — Sun, 04 Sep 2011 02:20:00 +0000

Quaker Oats Issues Voluntary Recall Of Specific 8-Count
Quaker Chewy Smashbar Graham Pretzel Snack Bars
Due To Undeclared Milk Allergen

Contact:
Consumer:
800-856-5781

Media:
Candace Mueller
312-821-2709
candace.mueller-medina@pepsico.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - September 2, 2011 - Quaker Oats Company, a division of PepsiCo, has issued a voluntary recall of 8-count Quaker Chewy Smashbar Graham Pretzel snack bars due to an undeclared milk allergen that is not noted on the label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk products run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

The affected product is limited to Quaker Chewy Smashbar Graham Pretzel snack bars with the UPC bar code ending in 31108 and best before dates: Oct 29 11 RB, Oct 30 11 MM, Oct 30 11 RB, Nov 22 11 RB, Nov 23 11 RB, Nov 24 11 RB, Nov 27 11 RB, Dec 22 11 RB, Dec 22 11 MM, Dec 23 11 RB, Dec 23 11 MM, Dec 24 11 RB, Dec 24 11 MM stamped on the side of the package. Consumers with a milk allergy who have this product in their possession should return it to the retailer where it was purchased for a full refund.

No other Quaker Chewy Smashbars, Quaker Chewy granola bars or Quaker products including the 40-count Quaker Chewy Smashbar variety pack sold at club stores are involved in this recall.

Quaker is in the process of recovering the product involved and is in contact with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to ensure the continued safety of those consumers who may be impacted by this issue.

This recall was initiated after it was discovered that the “may contain milk” disclaimer the product required was not included on the package. One allergic reaction has been reported to date in association with this product and the individual was treated immediately.

Consumers with questions or concerns about the recall of Quaker Chewy Smashbar Graham Pretzel granola bars should contact Quaker by calling the toll-free hotline at 800-856-5781.

FDA : Recall Arrow NextStep Antegrade Chronic Hemodialysis Catheter (Class 1 Recall)

noreply@blogger.com (ravenII) — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 17:18:00 +0000

Arrow International, Inc. Arrow NextStep Antegrade Chronic Hemodialysis Catheter: Class I Recall

[Posted 08/03/2011]

AUDIENCE: Risk Manager

ISSUE: FDA notified healthcare professionals of a Class I recall of the Arrow NextStep Antegrade Chronic Hemodialysis Catheters, due to reports of breakage and/or separation of the stylet. These products were distributed to medical facilities and physicians in California, Delaware, Florida, Michigan, North Carolina, and Tennessee. The affected products were manufactured between April 14, 2011 and May 9, 2011. See the Recall Notice for a listing of affected product and lot numbers.

BACKGROUND: The Arrow NextStep Antegrade Catheter is indicated for use in adult patients for attaining long-term vascular access for hemodialysis and apheresis. Chronic hemodialysis catheters are typically placed into a large vein in the patient's neck.

RECOMMENDATION: Customers should check their stock, cease use and distribution, and quarantine all affected product. See the Recall Notice for additional information.

Healthcare professionals and patients are encouraged to report adverse events or side effects related to the use of these products to the FDA's MedWatch Safety Information and Adverse Event Reporting Program:

Complete and submit the report Online: www.fda.gov/MedWatch/report.htm
Download form or call 1-800-332-1088 to request a reporting form, then complete and return to the address on the pre-addressed form, or submit by fax to 1-800-FDA-0178

[08/03/2011 - Recall Notice - FDA]

Teavana Recalls Peppermint Organic Herbal Tea Due To Salmonella Contamination

noreply@blogger.com (ravenII) — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 00:42:00 +0000

Contact:
Media Contact:
Alecia Pulman
203-682-8224
apulman@icrinc.com

Customer Inquiries:

Teavana CUSTOMER SERVICE

1-877-832-8262

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - March 3, 2011 – Teavana Corporation today announced a voluntary recall of 2,659 lbs of Peppermint Organic Herbal Tea produced by Aromatics Inc., Basin City, WA, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Aromatics Inc. exclusively produces and distributes Teavana’s Peppermint Organic Herbal Tea. The recall was as the result of a batch sample testing program by the Company after it received a notification of possible contamination by the vendor, which revealed that the finished products contained the bacteria. The Company has ceased the production and distribution of the product as the FDA and the Company continue their investigation as to the origin of the contamination.

Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis, and arthritis. For more information on Salmonella, please visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Web site at http://www.cdc.gov or call 800-CDC-INFO (800-232-4636).

The Peppermint Organic Herbal Tea was distributed nationwide in Teavana retail stores and through mail and internet orders. The Peppermint Organic Herbal Tea is sold measured to customer’s orders in retail stores and sold in 2 oz pre-packaged pouches by mail order or internet. There are no lot/batch identifying markings on the store or ecommerce packaging. Retail store stock was sold between December 4, 2010 and February 16, 2011. Mail order & internet stock was sold between November 30, 2010 and February 16, 2011.

While no illness related to this voluntary recall has been reported to date, any potential health risk is significantly reduced when following the printed brewing instructions on the package or available online.

Consumers who have purchased Peppermint Organic Herbal Tea are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers may also contact Teavana Customer Service at 1-877-832-8262 (M – F from 8.30 A.M. until 6:00 P.M., EST) for instructions on how to return the product.

Shaping Beauty, Inc. Recalls CELERITE™ SLIMMING CAPSULES

noreply@blogger.com (ravenII) — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 02:04:00 +0000

Shaping Beauty, Inc. Issues a Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Weight Loss Pills Found to Contain an Undeclared Drug Ingredient

Contact:
Shaping Beauty
800-728-2850

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - January 24, 2011 - Southampton, PA, 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 supplements 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:

CELERITE™ SLIMMING CAPSULES

The products listed above were sold and distributed nationwide via the internet at www.shapingbeauty.com

FDA advises that these products pose a threat to consumers because Sibutramine is known to substantially increase blood pressure and/or pulse rate in some patients and may present a significant risk for patients with a history of coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias or stroke.

No illnesses or injuries have been reported to the company to date in connection with this product. Shaping Beauty, Inc. has taken this action because it is committed to providing accurate information about its products and because of the concern for the health and safety of consumers. Shaping Beauty, Inc. is working with the FDA in the recall process. It sincerely regrets any inconvenience to customers.

Consumers are advised to return the product to the company’s address in Southampton, PA Consumers with questions may contact Shaping Beauty, Inc. Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 5:30 pm at 1-800-728-2850

Any adverse reactions experienced with the use of this product should also be reported to the FDA’s MedWatch Program by phone at 1-800-FDA-1088, by fax at 1-800-FDA-0178, by mail at MedWatch, FDA, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20852-9787, or on the MedWatch website at wwww.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch/default.htm2.

American Regent Recalls Luitpold Pharmaceuticals' Sodium Thiosulfate Injection, USP.

noreply@blogger.com (ravenII) — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 01:41:00 +0000

American Regent Initiates Nationwide Voluntary Recall of Sodium Thiosulfate Injection, USP 10% (100 mg/mL) 10 mL Single Dose Vials Lot# 0056 Due to Translucent Visible Particles

Contact:
Walter Tozzi, R.Ph., M.S., M.B.A
Sr. Director of Professional Services
Phone: 631-924-4000

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - February 3, 2011 -American Regent is conducting a nationwide voluntary recall to the consumer and user level of the following product:

Sodium Thiosulfate Injection, USP, 10% (100 mg/mL), 10 mL Single Dose Vial
NDC # 0517-1019-05
Lot #0056
Exp Date: January, 2012

PLEASE NOTE: This recall, initiated on February 2, 2011 to the User or Consumer Level, is for lot # 0056 Only. No other lots or sizes of Sodium Thiosulfate Injection, USP are subject to this voluntary recall.

This voluntary recall was initiated because some vials of this lot exhibit translucent visible particles consistent with glass delamination. Glass delamination can occur with high pH solutions when the surface glass from the vial separates into thin layers, resulting in glass particles with a flaky appearance.

Potential adverse events after intravenous administration include damage to blood vessels in the lung, localized swelling, and granuloma formation. American Regent is undertaking this recall in consideration of the potential for safety issues if this lot of product is administered to patients.

Sodium Thiosulfate Injection, USP is indicated in the treatment of cyanide poisoning.

The product was distributed to wholesalers and distributors nationwide.

Hospitals, Emergency Rooms, Infusion Centers, Clinics and other healthcare facilities should not use American Regent Inc., Sodium Thiosulfate Injection, USP, 10% (100mg/mL) 10 mL Single Dose Vial with lot # 0056 for patient care and should immediately quarantine any product for return.

American Regent is notifying its distributors and consumers by email, facsimile and/or overnight courier and is arranging for return of all recalled product. Consumers/distributors/retailers that have product which is being recalled should stop use.

American Regent will credit accounts for all returned product with this lot #. Those with questions about the return or recall process, please call our Customer Service Department at 1-877-788-3232: Monday thru Friday from 8:30AM to 7:00PM ET.

Hospitals, emergency rooms, infusion centers, clinics and healthcare providers, or patients with product quality complaints, medical or other questions concerning the use of the product or reasons for this recall should contact the Professional Services Department at 1-877-788-3232.

Any adverse reactions experienced with the use of this product should be reported to American Regent, Inc. via email atpv@luitpold.com, by fax to (610) 650-7781 or (610) 650-0170 or by phone at 1-800-734-9236. TO EXPEDITE HANDLING PLEASE DO NOT REPORT ANYTHING OTHER THAN SPECIFIC ADVERSE EVENTS TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS OR FAX OR PHONE.

Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online, or regular mail or by fax.

Online:www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm
Regular Mail: use postage-paid, pre-addressed Form FDA 3500 available at: www.fda.gov/MedWatch/getforms.htm. Mail to address on the pre-addressed form.
Fax: 1-800-FDA-0178

“All of us at Luitpold Pharmaceuticals and American Regent are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect patients from any potential safety risks with our Sodium Thiosulfate Injection. The safety of patients receiving our products is our primary concern.” said Mary Jane Helenek, President and CEO of American Regent.

While American Regent continues to investigate this issue, the company is taking precautionary action and initiated this voluntary recall. American Regent has informed the FDA of its actions and is maintaining ongoing discussions with the agency.

As is standard practice, and as stated in the Sodium Thiosulfate Injection, USP Product Package Insert, “Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit.”

Sodium Thiosulfate Injection, USP is manufactured by Luitpold Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and is distributed by American Regent, Inc. (Shirley, NY).

Source: Luitpold Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

This voluntary recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Circle City Marketing and Distributing / Candy Dynamics Expands Recall To All Toxic Waste® Brand Nuclear Sludge® Products All Flavors And All Sizes Due To Elevated Levels Of Lead

noreply@blogger.com (ravenII) — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 18:52:00 +0000

Candy Dynamics Expands Recall To All Toxic Waste® Brand Nuclear Sludge®
Products All Flavors And All Sizes

Contact:
Laura King
888-400-7606

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - January 27, 2010 - Circle City Marketing and Distributing, doing business as Candy Dynamics, Indianapolis, IN, is issuing a voluntary recall of all Toxic Waste® brand Nuclear Sludge® products, all flavors, 0.3 oz (8 g) size pieces. The product is imported from Pakistan.

On January 13, 2011, the company previously recalled Toxic Waste Brand® Nuclear Sludge®, Net wt. 0.7 oz (20g) size, all flavors. With this recall of the smaller piece size, the company has now recalled all products labeled as "Nuclear Sludge®".
Further testing by the company indicates that while some of the smaller sized products were below the FDA limit, some contain elevated levels of lead (0.101 parts per million to .311 ppm; the U.S. FDA tolerance is 0.1 ppm) that potentially could cause health problems, particularly for infants, small children, and pregnant women.
The company has determined to recall all lots and all flavors of the smaller sized product distributed from the product's inception in May 2009 through January 2011.
The smaller sized products are identified as: Toxic Waste® Nuclear Sludge® Cherry (UPC 0 89894 81901 1), Toxic Waste® Nuclear Sludge® Green Apple (UPC 0 89894 81701 7), and Toxic Waste® Nuclear Sludge® Blue Raspberry (UPC 0 89894 81801 4). Each individual piece has a net wt. of 0.3 oz (8 g) and were sold individually, as part of a 'Party Bag’ or Membership kit, and packed in 30 ct., 80 ct., and 120 ct. bags and a 120 ct. fishbowl.
No other "Toxic Waste®" brand product, besides those labeled "Nuclear Sludge®" is affected by this recall.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
The recalled Nuclear Sludge® products were distributed nationwide in retail stores and through mail orders. The product was also distributed in Canada and in very limited quantities in Guatemala, Ireland, Jordan, Korea, Mexico and El Salvador.
The company is discontinuing the sale of Nuclear Sludge® products in the U.S.
Candy Dynamics is sending recall notices to its direct customers. Anyone in possession of the recalled product should telephone the company for information on destruction of the product. Please call Eileen O’Neal at 317-228-5012 (Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm EST) for further information.

Keebler® Recalls Fudge Shoppe® Jumbo Fudge Sticks

noreply@blogger.com (ravenII) — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 18:39:00 +0000

KEEBLER ISSUES ALLERGY ALERT ON MISLABELED 8-COUNT CARTONS OF FUDGE SHOPPE® JUMBO FUDGE STICKS SOLD AT CONVENIENCE STORES

Media Contact:
Media Hotline
269-961-3799

FOR IMMDIATE RELEASE - BATTLE CREEK, Mich., Jan. 27, 2011 – Keebler® is recalling a limited quantity of 8-count cartons of Fudge Shoppe® Jumbo Fudge Sticks sold at convenience stores. This recall was initiated because the cartons contain individually wrapped Jumbo Peanut Butter Sticks. The individually wrapped cookie sticks are correctly labeled.

People who have allergies to peanut run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions. Because the individually wrapped cookie sticks contain peanuts, consumers with peanut allergies should avoid eating this product.

Approximately 17,000 8-count cartons of the recalled product were distributed to brokers and convenience stores in the U.S. They are marked with UPC Code 3010053332 and a lot code of AS 07 27 1A.

No allergic reactions have been reported to date.

Consumers with questions or who would like a replacement may contact the Keebler Consumer Response Center at 888-746-3679 from 8 am to 8 pm Eastern time, or visit www.Keebler.com.

FDA

Do Not Use Triad Alcohol Prep Pads Packaged With Pfizer Inc. and Progenics Pharmaceuticals, Inc RELISTOR® (methylnaltrexone bromide) Subcutaneous Injection.

noreply@blogger.com (ravenII) — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 18:17:00 +0000

PFIZER INC. AND PROGENICS ALERT PHYSICIANS AND PATIENTS TO INFORMATION RELATED TO TRIAD GROUP ALCOHOL PREP PRODUCTS INCLUDED IN U.S. RELISTOR KIT PACKAGING

Pfizer Contact:
Rick Chambers
(269) 833-6387

Progenics Contact:
Amy Martini
(914) 789-2816

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - January 25, 2011 - NEW YORK, N.Y. and TARRYTOWN, N.Y. – Pfizer Inc. and Progenics Pharmaceuticals, Inc. have learned of a United States market recall of alcohol prep pads and swabs manufactured by the Triad Group. In the interest of patient safety, Pfizer and Progenics are alerting U.S. patients and physicians to Triad’s recall. Triad® Alcohol Prep Pads are packaged for use with the kit presentation of RELISTOR® (methylnaltrexone bromide) Subcutaneous Injection in the U.S. The RELISTOR vial and other components of the kit are not affected by the defective Triad alcohol pad. RELISTOR sold in single vials also is unaffected by this recall.
Pfizer and Progenics advise patients using the RELISTOR kit not to use the Triad alcohol prep pads included in the RELISTOR packaging for 1 X 7 kits and 1 X 2 starter kits. When preparing to take their RELISTOR injection, patients should use an alcohol prep pad from a company other than Triad, or use a sterile gauze pad with isopropyl alcohol.
Shipments of RELISTOR kits have been suspended until the alcohol pads can be replaced, which will be done as quickly as possible to enable patients to continue to receive RELISTOR. Triad alcohol prep products are not included in RELISTOR sold as single vials or in RELISTOR kits outside of the United States or with other Pfizer medications.
The following information about the recall of Triad alcohol prep products is available on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s web site: Triad press release: http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm239219.htm Safety information: http://www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch/SafetyInformation/SafetyAlertsforHumanMedicalProducts/ucm239319.htm.
Patients with questions about RELISTOR should consult their pharmacist or healthcare provider, or call Pfizer Medical Information at 1-800-438-1985. RELISTOR is manufactured and marketed by Pfizer under a licensing agreement with Progenics.
About RELISTOR
RELISTOR Subcutaneous Injection is approved in the United States for the treatment of opioid-induced constipation (OIC) in patients with advanced illness who are receiving palliative care, when response to laxative therapy has not been sufficient. The use of RELISTOR beyond four months has not been studied. The drug is also approved for use in over 50 countries worldwide, including in the European Union, Canada, Australia and Brazil. Applications in additional countries are pending. In the 27 member states of the E.U., as well as Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein, RELISTOR is approved for the treatment of OIC in advanced illness patients who are receiving palliative care when response to usual laxative therapy has not been sufficient. In Canada, the drug is approved for the treatment of opioid-induced constipation in patients with advanced illness, receiving palliative care. When response to laxatives has been insufficient, RELISTOR should be used as an adjunct therapy to induce a prompt bowel movement. RELISTOR is the brand name under which methylnaltrexone is marketed outside Japan by Wyeth, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Pfizer.

Important Safety Information for RELISTOR

RELISTOR is contraindicated in patients with known or suspected mechanical gastrointestinal obstruction
If severe or persistent diarrhea occurs during treatment, advise patients to discontinue therapy with RELISTOR and consult their physician
Rare cases of gastrointestinal (GI) perforation have been reported in advanced illness patients. Use RELISTOR with caution in patients with known or suspected lesions of the GI tract
Use of RELISTOR has not been studied in patients with peritoneal catheters
The most common adverse reactions reported with RELISTOR compared with placebo in clinical trials were abdominal pain (28.5% vs. 9.8%), flatulence (13.3% vs. 5.7%), nausea (11.5% vs. 4.9%), dizziness (7.3% vs. 2.4%), diarrhea (5.5% vs. 2.4%), and hyperhidrosis (6.7% vs. 6.5%)
Safety and efficacy of RELISTOR have not been established in pediatric patients RELISTOR full Prescribing Information for the U.S. is available at www.relistor.com. (PGNX-G)

FDA

PEEKAY INTERNATIONAL INC. Recalls SWAN GOLDEN RAISINS

noreply@blogger.com (ravenII) — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 18:15:00 +0000

PEEKAY INTERNATIONAL INC. ISSUES ALLERGY ALERT ON UNDECLARED SULFITES IN SWAN GOLDEN RAISINS

Contact:
MRS. MAYURI MEHTA, SAGAR MEHTA
TEL 718-366-6100

FOR IMMIDIATE RELEASE– January 26, 2011 - PEEKAY INTERNATIONAL INC. is recalling SWAN GOLDEN RAISINS because they may contain undeclared sulfites. People who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products.
The recalled SWAN GOLDEN RAISINS are packaged in uncoded, clear plastic bags in 7.0 oz and 14.0 oz sizes. They were sold in the Brooklyn and Queens areas of New York City.
The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis by food laboratory personnel revealed the presence of undeclared sulfites in SWAN GOLDEN RAISINS in 7.0 oz and 14.0 oz packages which did not declare sulfites on the label. The consumption of 10 milligrams of sulfites per serving has been reported to elicit severe reactions in some asthmatics. Anaphylactic shock could occur in certain sulfites sensitive individuals upon ingesting 10 milligrams or more of sulfites.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
Consumers who have purchased SWAN GOLDEN RAISINS should return the product to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 718-366-6100

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State Garden, Chelsea, MA Recalls All Salad Products Labled Under Gold Quality, Hannaford, Natures Place, Natures Promise, Roche Bros, Northeast Fresh, Noreast Fresh, Olivia’s Organics, Signature, Wegmans

noreply@blogger.com (ravenII) — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 18:07:00 +0000

State Garden, Inc. Announces Voluntary Recall Of Certain Salad Mixes Due To
Possible Health Risk

Press Contact:
Carin Wamer/Christen Graham
Warner Communications
888-841-6191

Consumer Contact:
888-841-6191

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - January 25, 2010 - State Garden, Chelsea, MA - is conducting a voluntary recall of all Salad products produced in our plant on January 4, 2011 which correspond to trace back codes 45693 and 45703 due to a risk of contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria monocytogenes is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy persons may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headaches, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infections can cause miscarriages and stillbirths in pregnant women.

Please know that NO Listeria illnesses have been linked to any State Garden product.
Salad Products and Blends under this recall were distributed to retail stores on the East Coast under various sizes and packaged under the brand names: Gold Quality, Hannaford, Natures Place, Natures Promise, Roche Bros, Northeast Fresh, Noreast Fresh, Olivia’s Organics, Signature, Wegmans. See attached list for the specific salad product, size, package type and UPC codes.

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LABEL	LABEL DESCRIPTION	SIZE	PACKAGE TYPE	RETAIL OUTLET	UPC CODE
GOLD QUALITY	BABY ARUGULA	7 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	AP	7 54807 76061 1
GOLD QUALITY	BABY ROMAINE	7 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	AP	7 54807 76062 8
GOLD QUALITY	BABY SPINACH	7 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	AP	7 54807 76063 5
GOLD QUALITY	SPRING MIX	7 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	AP	7 54807 76064 2
GOLD QUALITY	SWEET BABY LETTUCE	7 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	AP	7 54807 76068 0
GOLD QUALITY	50/50 SALAD MIX	7 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	AP	7 54807 76069 7
GOLD QUALITY	MICROWAVEABLE SPINACH	9 OUNCE	BAG	AP	7 54807 76067 3
HANNAFORD/SWEETBAY	BABY ROMAINE	5 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	HANNAFORD/SWEETBAY	0 41268 16618 3
HANNAFORD/SWEETBAY	SPRING MIX	5 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	HANNAFORD/SWEETBAY	0 41268 16619 0
HANNAFORD/SWEETBAY	BABY SPINACH	5 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	HANNAFORD/SWEETBAY	0 41268 16620 6
HANNAFORD/SWEETBAY	ORGANIC SPRING MIX	5 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	HANNAFORD/SWEETBAY	7 25439 94149 5
NATURE'S PLACE	ORGANIC BABY ARUGULA	5 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	HANNAFORD/SWEETBAY	7 25439 94145 7
NATURE'S PLACE	ORGANIC HERB SALAD	5 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	HANNAFORD/SWEETBAY	7 25439 94146 4
NATURE'S PLACE	ORGANIC BABY SPINACH	5 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	HANNAFORD/SWEETBAY	7 25439 94148 8
NATURE'S PLACE	BABY SPINACH & SPRING MIX	5 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	HANNAFORD/SWEETBAY	7 25439 95158 6
NATURE'S PLACE	ORGANIC BABY SPINACH & SPRING MIX	5 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	HANNAFORD/SWEETBAY	7 25439 95158 6
NATURE'S PROMISE	ORGANIC CAESAR SALAD KIT	10.75 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	STOP & SHOP/GIANT	6 88267 12357 3
NATURE'S PROMISE	ORGANIC BABY SPINACH	16 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	STOP & SHOP/GIANT	6 88267 08895 7
NATURE'S PROMISE	ORGANIC SPRING MIX	16 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	STOP & SHOP/GIANT	6 88267 08896 4
NATURE'S PROMISE	ORGANIC BABY ROMAINE	16 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	STOP & SHOP/GIANT	6 88267 09615 0
NATURE'S PROMISE	ORGANIC SPRING MIX WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE DRESSING AND FORK	3 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	STOP & SHOP/GIANT	6 88267 12354 2
NATURE'S PROMISE	BABY SPINACH WITH RANCH DRESSING AND FORK	3.5 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	STOP & SHOP/GIANT	6 88267 12355 9
NATURE'S PROMISE	ORGANIC CAESAR SALAD WITH CAESAR SUPREME DRESSING AND FORK	5.5 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	STOP & SHOP/GIANT	6 88267 12356 6
NATURE'S PROMISE	ORGANIC BABY SPINACH	7 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	STOP & SHOP/GIANT	6 88267 03906 5
NATURE'S PROMISE	ORGANIC BABY ROMAINE	7 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	STOP & SHOP/GIANT	6 88267 03907 2
NATURE'S PROMISE	ORGANIC BABY ROMAINE	7 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	STOP & SHOP/GIANT	6 88267 03907 2
NATURE'S PROMISE	ORGANIC SPRING MIX	7 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	STOP & SHOP/GIANT	6 88267 03908 9
NATURE'S PROMISE	ORGANIC BABY ARUGULA	7 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	STOP & SHOP/GIANT	6 88267 04943 9
NATURE'S PROMISE	ORGANIC SWEET BABY LETTUCE	7 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	STOP & SHOP/GIANT	6 88267 08640 3
NATURE'S PROMISE	ORGANIC BABY SPINACH & SPRING MIX	7 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	STOP & SHOP/GIANT	6 88267 08641 0
NATURE'S PROMISE	ORGANIC TANGY SPINACH	7 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	STOP & SHOP/GIANT	6 88267 08642 7
NATURE'S PROMISE	ORGANIC SPRING MIX WITH HERBS	7 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	STOP & SHOP/GIANT	6 88267 10423 7
NOREAST	MICROWAVE ORGANIC SPINACH	9 OUNCE	BAG	VARIOUS	7 89707 00230 1
NORTHEAST FRESH	SPINACH	10 POUNDS	CLAMSHELL	VARIOUS	7 89707 00181 6
NORTHEAST FRESH	SPINACH BULK 10 LBS	10 POUNDS	BAG	WHOLESALE/FOODSERVICE	N/A
NORTHEAST FRESH	SPRING MIX	16 OUNCE	BAG	VARIOUS	7 89707 00155 7
NORTHEAST FRESH	BABY SPINACH	24 OUNCE	BAG	VARIOUS	7 89707 65211 7
NORTHEAST FRESH	BABY ARUGULA 1X3# NE	3 POUND	BAG	WHOLESALE/FOODSERVICE	N/A
NORTHEAST FRESH	BABY SPINACH 1X4LB NE	4 POUND	BAG	WHOLESALE/FOODSERVICE	N/A
NORTHEAST FRESH	BABY SPINACH 1X4LB NE	4 POUND	BAG	WHOLESALE/FOODSERVICE	N/A
NORTHEAST FRESH	SPRING MIX	7 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	VARIOUS	7 89707 00151 9
NORTHEAST FRESH	BABY ROMAINE	7 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	VARIOUS	7 89707 00157 1
NORTHEAST FRESH	SWEET BABY LETTUCE	7 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	VARIOUS	7 89707 00158 8
NORTHEAST FRESH	BABY SPINACH	7 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	VARIOUS	7 89707 00159 5
NORTHEAST FRESH	BABY SPINACH	7 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	VARIOUS	7 89707 00159 5
NORTHEAST FRESH	50/50 BLEND BABY SPINACH/SPRING MIX	7 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	VARIOUS	7 89707 00161 8
OLIVIA'S ORGANICS	ORGANIC CAESAR SALAD WITH CAESAR SUPREME DRESSING AND CROUTONS	10.75 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	VARIOUS	7 89707 72104 2
OLIVIA'S ORGANICS	ORGANIC SPRING MIX	11 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	VARIOUS	0 89707 72021 3
OLIVIA'S ORGANICS	ORGANIC BABY SPINACH	11 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	VARIOUS	0 89707 72022 0
OLIVIA'S ORGANICS	ORGANIC BABY ROMAINE	11 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	VARIOUS	0 89707 72023 7
OLIVIA'S ORGANICS	ORGANIC 50/50 BLEND BABY SPINACH/SPRING MIX	11 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	VARIOUS	7 89707 72025 0
OLIVIA'S ORGANICS	ORGANIC SPRING MIX	16 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	VARIOUS	0 89707 72011 4
OLIVIA'S ORGANICS	ORGANIC BABY SPINACH	16 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	VARIOUS	0 89707 72012 1
OLIVIA'S ORGANICS	ORGANIC BABY ROMAINE	16 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	VARIOUS	0 89707 72014 5
OLIVIA'S ORGANICS	ORGANIC BABY ROMAINE	16 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	VARIOUS	0 89707 72014 5
OLIVIA'S ORGANICS	SPRING MIX WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE DRESSING AND FORK	3 OUNCE	CLAMSHELL	VARIOUS	7 89707 72101 1
OLIVIA'S ORGANICS	ORGANIC MXDGRNS 1X3LB	3 POUND	WHOLESALE/FOODSERVICE	WHOLESALE/FOODSERVICE	N/A
OLIVIA'S ORGANICS	BABY SPINACH WITH RANCH DRESSING AND FORK	3.5 OUNCE	VARIOUS	VARIOUS	7 89707 72102 8
OLIVIA'S ORGANICS	ORGANIC BABY SPINACH	4 POUND	WHOLESALE/FOODSERVICE	WHOLESALE/FOODSERVICE	N/A
OLIVIA'S ORGANICS	ORGANIC SPRING MIX	5 OUNCE	VARIOUS	VARIOUS	0 89707 72001 5
OLIVIA'S ORGANICS	ORGANIC BABY SPINACH	5 OUNCE	VARIOUS	VARIOUS	0 89707 72002 2
OLIVIA'S ORGANICS	ORGANIC HERB SALAD	5 OUNCE	VARIOUS	VARIOUS	0 89707 72003 9
OLIVIA'S ORGANICS	ORGANIC BABY ROMAINE	5 OUNCE	VARIOUS	VARIOUS	0 89707 72004 6
OLIVIA'S ORGANICS	ORGANIC BABY ROMAINE	5 OUNCE	VARIOUS	VARIOUS	0 89707 72004 6
OLIVIA'S ORGANICS	BABY ARUGULA	5 OUNCE	VARIOUS	VARIOUS	0 89707 72005 3
OLIVIA'S ORGANICS	50/50 BLEND BABY SPINACH/SPRING MIX	5 OUNCE	VARIOUS	VARIOUS	0 89707 72009 1
OLIVIA'S ORGANICS	ORGANIC CAESAR SALAD WITH CAESAR SUPREME DRESSING AND FORK	5.5 OUNCE	VARIOUS	VARIOUS	7 89707 72103 5
OLIVIA'S ORGANICS	CRISPY HEARTS OF ROMAINE CRUNCH	6 OUNCE	VARIOUS	VARIOUS	0 89707 72045 9
ROCHE BROS	BABY ARUGULA	7 OUNCE	ROCHE BROS	ROCHE BROS	0 39639 96001 0
ROCHE BROS	BABY ROMAINE	7 OUNCE	ROCHE BROS	ROCHE BROS	0 39639 96002 7
ROCHE BROS	BABY SPINACH	7 OUNCE	ROCHE BROS	ROCHE BROS	0 39639 96003 4
ROCHE BROS	SPRING MIX	7 OUNCE	ROCHE BROS	ROCHE BROS	0 39639 96004 1
ROCHE BROS	SWEET BABY LETTUCE	7 OUNCE	ROCHE BROS	ROCHE BROS	0 39639 96005 8
ROCHE BROS	50/50 BLEND BABY SPINACH/SPRING MIX	7 OUNCE	ROCHE BROS	ROCHE BROS	0 39639 96006 5
SIGNATURE	BABY ROMAINE	7 OUNCE	SHAW'S	SHAW'S	0 45674 01054 2
SIGNATURE	BABY SPINACH	7 OUNCE	SHAW'S	SHAW'S	0 45674 01055 9
SIGNATURE	SPRING MIX	7 OUNCE	SHAW'S	SHAW'S	0 45674 01056 6
SIGNATURE	TANGY SPINACH BLEND	7 OUNCE	SHAW'S	SHAW'S	0 45674 51710 2
SIGNATURE	SWEET BABY LETTUCE	7 OUNCE	SHAW'S	SHAW'S	0 45674 52809 2
SIGNATURE	50/50 BLEND BABY SPINACH/SPRING MIX	7 OUNCE	SHAW'S	SHAW'S	0 45674 52810 8
WEGMANS	SPINACH	10 OUNCE	WEGMANS	WEGMANS	0 77890 92641 3
WEGMANS	ORGANIC SPINACH & FIELD MIX	11 OUNCE	WEGMANS	WEGMANS	0 77890 16411 2
WEGMANS	SPINACH & FIELD MIX	11 OUNCE	WEGMANS	WEGMANS	0 77890 16411 2
WEGMANS	ORGANIC BABY SPINACH	11 OUNCE	WEGMANS	WEGMANS	0 77890 74084 2
WEGMANS	ORGANIC SPRING MIX	16 OUNCE	WEGMANS	WEGMANS	0 77890 73787 3
WEGMANS	ORGANIC ASIAN SALAD	5 OUNCE	WEGMANS	WEGMANS	0 77890 12212 9
WEGMANS	ORGANIC SWEET BABY LETTUCE	5 OUNCE	WEGMANS	WEGMANS	0 77890 12214 3
WEGMANS	FRESH BABY SPINACH	5 OUNCE	WEGMANS	WEGMANS	0 77890 12456 7
WEGMANS	FRESH BABY ROMAINE	5 OUNCE	WEGMANS	WEGMANS	0 77890 13275 3
WEGMANS	ORGANIC SPINACH & FIELD MIX	5 OUNCE	WEGMANS	WEGMANS	0 77890 16437 2
WEGMANS	ORGANIC SPINACH, ARUGULA & RADICCHIO BLEND	5 OUNCE	WEGMANS	WEGMANS	0 77890 16438 9
WEGMANS	ORGANIC BABY SPINACH	5 OUNCE	WEGMANS	WEGMANS	0 77890 34959 5
WEGMANS	ORGANIC SPRING MIX	5 OUNCE	WEGMANS	WEGMANS	0 77890 34965 6
WEGMANS	ORGANIC BABY ROMAINE	5 OUNCE	WEGMANS	WEGMANS	0 77890 34968 7
WEGMANS	ORGANIC BABY ARUGULA	5 OUNCE	WEGMANS	WEGMANS	0 77890 34977 9
WEGMANS	FRESH SPRING MIX	5 OUNCE	WEGMANS	WEGMANS	0 77890 66863 4
WEGMANS	ORGANIC SPRING MIX WITH HERBS	5 OUNCE	WEGMANS	WEGMANS	0 77890 94442 4

The trace back code numbers (45693 and 45703) are typically located in the upper right hand corner of labels and bags. The “best if used by” date will be no later than January 15, 2011 for either trace back code. These are the only trace back codes affected. A complete list of all items subject to recall is attached to this announcement.
We were notified by the Rhode Island Department of Health that a sample of Northeast Spring Mix Salad at a retail store in Rhode Island tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes.
Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions can contact the company at 1-888-841-6191 Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm (EST)
We are taking this action as a precautionary measure and are working with the FDA and Massachusetts Department of Health.

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Ian's Natural Foods, Inc. Recalls "Mac and No Cheese" And French Bread Pizza Due To Contamination With Listeria Monocytogenes

noreply@blogger.com (ravenII) — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 13:53:00 +0000

Ian's Voluntarily Recalls Two Products Due To Risk Of Contamination By Listeria Bacteria

Media Contact:
Laura Kuykendall
1-800-543-6637
media@iansnaturalfoods.com

Consumer Contact:
1-800-543-6637
customerservice@iansnaturalfoods.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - January 24, 2011 - Ian’s is voluntarily recalling specific lot numbers of two products due to a risk of contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria monocytogenes is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy persons may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headaches, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths in pregnant women.

The following two products with the specific use-by dates and UPC codes listed are being recalled because they may have been distributed to retailers nationwide and sold in the frozen foods section of the supermarket:

8-ounce boxes of Ian’s Wheat Free, Gluten Free Mac and No Cheese with a use-by date of 26Aug2011 and UPC code 7-49512-43670-8 (372 packages impacted)
8-ounce boxes of Ian’s Wheat Free, Gluten Free French Bread Pizza with a use-by date of 28Aug2011 and UPC code 7-49512-91572-2 (120 packages impacted)

A total of 492 individual boxes are potentially affected.

Consumers who purchased the above products with the specific use-by dates and UPC codes listed are asked to return the products to the place of purchase to receive a full refund. Products that do not contain the specific use-by dates and UPC codes listed are notaffected by the recall, and can be used by consumers.

Consumers with questions can contact Ian’s at 1-800-543-6637 twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, or atcustomerservice@iansnaturalfoods.com.

More information is available on the Ian’s website at www.iansnaturalfoods.com.

About Ian’s

Ian’s offers an extensive line of great-tasting, better-for-you foods for families on-the-go. Ian’s creates and manufactures frozen entrees, fries, kids meals, breakfast foods, snacks and breadcrumbs. Ian’s also offers several food items designed with special dietary needs in mind. Today, Ian’s is based in Lawrence, Massachusetts and is a certified carbon neutral company through the Canadian GHG Challenge Registry. Products are available nationwide at your local natural and organic retailer, and at the company’s Web site, www.iansnaturalfoods.com.

Kanec USA Recalls Nite Rider Maximum Sexual Enhancer For Men and STUD Capsules for Men Male Enhancement Herbal Supplement Capsules

noreply@blogger.com (ravenII) — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 13:42:00 +0000

Kanec USA, Inc. Issues a Voluntary Recall of Nite Rider Maximum Sexual Enhancer For Men and STUD Capsules for Men Male Enhancement Herbal Supplement Capsules Marketed as Dietary Supplements.

Contact:
Kanec USA, Inc. kanecusainc@bellsouth.net

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - January 18, 2011 - Kanec USA Inc., announced today that it is conducting a voluntary recall of All Lots of the company’s Nite Rider Maximum Sexual Enhancer For Men and STUD Capsule for Men because they were found adulterated with Sildenafil, an FDA approved drug used in the treatment of Erectile Dysfunction (ED), making the products unapproved new drugs. Representatives of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) informed Kanec USA, Inc. of the laboratory analysis.

Use of these male enhancement herbal supplement capsule products may pose a threat to consumers because the drug may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs (such as Nitroglycerin) and may lower blood pressure to dangerous levels. Consumers with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol or heart disease often take nitrates. ED is a common problem in men with these conditions and may seek these type products to enhance sexual performance.

Nite Rider Maximum Sexual Enhancer For Men and STUD Capsules for Men are currently being distributed to Wholesalers in Florida. The products are sold in a blister pack of one capsule per unit of use, 24 packets in a display box. Consumers who have either of these products in their possession should stop use immediately.

In the event of any adverse side effects due to the consumption of this product, consumers should contact a physician immediately. Any adverse events that may be related to the use of this product should be reported to the FDA’s Medwatch program either online, by regular mail or by fax.

Online:www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm

Regular Mail: use postage-paid, pre-addressed Form FDA 3500 available at:
www.fda.gov/MedWatch/getforms.htm. Mail to address on the pre-addressed form.

Fax: 1-800-FDA-0178

The company is advising consumers to discard any unused Nite Rider Maximum Sexual Enhancer For Men and STUD Capsule For Men products or return them to the retail location from which it was purchased. Consumers wishing to return unused capsules directly to the company, may send it to Kanec USA, Inc. 5061 South State Road 7, Ste 602, Davie Fla. 33314.

Kanec USA, Inc. conducts stringent quality testing of its raw materials and finished products. Previous testing protocols did not include a test for the presence of Sildenafil or its analogues. Kanec USA Inc assures consumers that this deficiency is being rectified. Kanec USA, Inc. apologizes for any inconvenience and expresses its concern for the health of consumers by conducting a voluntary recall action. Kanec USA, Inc. promises to ensure quality and integrity of all its products and the company is working closely with the FDA in the recall process.

King & Prince Seafood of Brunswick, Ga., Recalls Mrs. Friday’s Breaded Calamari Rings, Mrs. Friday’s Italian Calamari Rings, And Mrs. Friday Breaded Italian Calamari Rings.

noreply@blogger.com (ravenII) — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 18:46:00 +0000

King & Prince Seafood Issues Voluntary Recall Notice On Breaded Calamari Products

Contact:
Carol Hastings
912-261-7030

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - January 20, 2011 - King & Prince Seafood of Brunswick, Ga., is recalling its Breaded Calamari Rings. This recall is the result of notification by our supplier of these products that there may have been a potential peanut allergen cross-contamination during the manufacturing of soy flour, which is an ingredient in these products. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The recalled Calamari Rings (listed below) were distributed nationally through brokers and foodservice distributors during 2010 to this date.

Mrs. Friday’s Breaded Calamari Rings, 4/2.5#, UPC code 10041338578028
Mrs. Friday’s Italian Calamari Rings, 4/2.5#, UPC code 10041338578004
Mrs. Friday Breaded Italian Calamari Rings, 6/2#, UPC code 10070017412100

The product comes in 10-pound boxes as marked with the product numbers 057802 and 057800, and also in 12-pound boxes marked with the product number 041210. Date codes involved would be all date codes in inventory.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with our product.

For customers who currently have affected product(s) in inventory, King & Prince Seafood requires that customers return the product where purchased. Distributors should notify King & Prince Seafood of quantities they wish to return once their internal recall process has been completed. If the product was purchased from one of King & Prince Seafood’s Re-Distribution partners, product will need to be returned through that Re-Distributor. Product purchased direct from King & Prince Seafood can be returned directly to King & Prince Seafood’s warehouse by contacting K&P Customer Service at 1-800-632-5464 between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00 pm EST Monday through Friday or email Calamari@kpseafood.com, for a product return authorization.

FDA

Pretzels, Inc. Recalls Better Made brand Corn Pops

noreply@blogger.com (ravenII) — Sat, 22 Jan 2011 02:16:00 +0000

Pretzels. Inc. Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Milk In Better Made Brand Corn Pops

Contact: Pretzels, Inc.
1- 800-456-4838

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - January 21, 2011 - Pretzels, Inc. of Bluffton, Indiana is recalling its 8 ounce packages of Better Made brand Corn Pops because they may contain undeclared milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The recalled Corn Pops were distributed to retail stores in Michigan and Ohio.

The product is packaged under the Better Made brand Corn Pops label with an expiration code of MAR1411. The UPC code on the package is 041633-003716.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the milk-containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of milk. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown of the company’s production and packaging processes.

Consumers who have purchased 8 ounce packages of Better Made Corn Pops are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Pretzels, Inc. at 1- 800-456-4838 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Hawaii Business Group Inc Recalls Barb’s Local Style Black Bean Sauce and Ohana Flavors Black Bean Sauce Due To Potential Clostridium Botulinum Growth.

noreply@blogger.com (ravenII) — Sat, 22 Jan 2011 01:24:00 +0000

Hawaii Business Group Incorporated, Barb’s Favorite Recipes, and Ohana Seafoods Recall Barb’s Local Style Black Bean Sauce and Ohana Flavors Black Bean Sauce Because of Possible Health Risk

Contact:
Hawaii Business Group, Incorporated
808-676-0880

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - January 19, 2011 - Hawaii Business Group Incorporated, Barb’s Favorite Recipes, and Ohana Seafoods are recalling Barb’s Local Style Black Bean Sauce and Ohana Flavors Black Bean Sauce because of possible health risks due to the potential growth of Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium which can cause life-threatening illness or death. Consumers are warned not to use the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled. The sauce was manufactured by First Commercial Kitchen LLC.

Botulism, a potentially fatal form of food poisoning, may cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, double-vision, and trouble with speaking or swallowing. Difficulty in breathing, abdominal distension, and constipation may also be common symptoms. People experiencing these problems should seek immediate medical attention.

The Black Bean Sauce is sold in 12oz. glass jars and labeled as Barb’s Local Style Black Bean Sauce or Ohana Flavors Black Bean Sauce. The UPC numbers on the product are 6-75981-42491-8 and 7-02003-72739-6. The recalled sauce was distributed on Oahu and Molokai.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem. A routine inspection discovered the problem.

Consumers may contact Hawaii Business Group, Incorporated at 808-676-0880 between 7:30AM and 3PM, Monday through Friday for further information.

Ossie's Fish Market (MS FISH CORP) Recalls Ossie’s Schmaltz Herring due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

noreply@blogger.com (ravenII) — Sat, 15 Jan 2011 08:59:00 +0000

MS Fish Corp Issues Alert On Listeria In Ossie’s Schmaltz Herring

Contact:
David Schonfeld
347-533-8200

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - January 12, 2011 - MS FISH CORP 808 ALABAMA AVE, BROOKLYN, NY 11207 is recalling Ossie’s Schmaltz Herring due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Listeria monocytogenes is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail, or elderly people and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy persons may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headaches, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

The problem was discovered after routine sampling by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis of the product by Food Laboratory personnel found the product to be positive for Listeria monocytogenes.

Ossie’s Schmaltz Herring is packed in a 12 oz plastic container coded 2/0311. It is a product of USA. Product was distributed throughout New York State.

Consumers that have purchased Ossie’s Schmaltz Herring should not consume it, but should return it to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 347-533-8200.

McNeil Consumer Healthcare Recalls TYLENOL® 8 Hour, TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain, and TYLENOL® upper respiratory products, And BENADRYL®, SUDAFED PE®, and SINUTAB® products.

noreply@blogger.com (ravenII) — Sat, 15 Jan 2011 08:33:00 +0000

McNeil Consumer Healthcare Initiates Voluntary Recall Of Certain Over-The-Counter (OTC) Products

Contact:
Consumer:
888-222-6036

Media:
Bonnie Jacobs
215-273-8994 (Office)
856-912-9965 (Mobile)

Marc Boston
215-273-7649 (Office)
215-429-7034 (Mobile)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - January 14, 2011 - In consultation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), McNeil Consumer Healthcare, Division of McNEIL-PPC, Inc. is voluntarily recalling, at the wholesale level, certain lots of TYLENOL® 8 Hour, TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain, and TYLENOL® upper respiratory products, and certain lots of BENADRYL®, SUDAFED PE®, and SINUTAB® products distributed in the United States, the Caribbean, and Brazil. These products were manufactured at the McNeil plant in Fort Washington, PA prior to April 2010, when production at the facility was suspended. The company is initiating the recall as a precautionary measure after an extensive review of past production records found instances where equipment cleaning procedures were insufficient or that cleaning was not adequately documented. It is very unlikely that this impacted the quality of these products.

McNeil Consumer Healthcare is also initiating a voluntary recall of certain product lots of ROLAIDS® Multi-Symptom Berry Tablets distributed in the United States, in order to update the labeling. The company initiated the recall after determining that the product labeling does not include the language “Does not meet USP” as required by regulation.

Both of these recalls are being initiated at the wholesale level. No action is required by consumers or healthcare providers and consumers can continue to use the product. These actions are not being undertaken on the basis of adverse events.

McNeil identified the inadequacies as part of a thorough, proactive product quality and process assessment of all McNeil produced products. As previously announced, McNeil has been implementing a Comprehensive Action Plan at its U.S. manufacturing facilities to improve the quality systems at those sites. This product assessment is a key milestone in the implementation of that plan, and the actions being undertaken as a result of the assessment are part of McNeil’s ongoing commitment to ensure that all its products meet the high quality standards that consumers expect.

Consumers can access full product details and other information about the recall on the www.mcneilproductrecall.com website or by calling our Consumer Care Center at 1-888-222-6036 (available Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. ET and Saturday – Sunday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Eastern Time).

Any adverse reactions may also be reported to the FDA's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online, by regular mail or by fax.

Online: http://www.fda.gov/MedWatch/report.htm
Regular Mail: use postage-paid, pre-addressed Form FDA 3500 available at: http://www.fda.gov/MedWatch/getforms.htm. Mail to address on the pre-addressed form.
Fax: 1-800-FDA-0178

Do Not Use Alcohol Prep Pads Distributed With Genentech medicines, Boniva Injection, Fuzeon, Nutropin A.Q. Pen, Pegasys, and TNKase

noreply@blogger.com (ravenII) — Sat, 15 Jan 2011 08:23:00 +0000

Genentech Informs Customers Of Important Information
About Triad Group's Alcohol Prep Pads

Contact:
Media:
Tara Iannuccillo
(650) 467-6800

Investor:
Investor Relations North America
(650) 225-4150

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - January 13, 2011 -Genentech, Inc., a member of the Roche Group (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: RHHBY), has become aware of the market recall of Triad Group's alcohol prep pads, alcohol swabs, and alcohol swabsticks manufactured by Triad in the United States and marketed under various brand names, (http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm239219.htm). The Triad Group alcohol prep pads are co-packaged and distributed with Genentech medicines, Boniva Injection, Fuzeon, Nutropin A.Q. Pen, Pegasys, and TNKase to customers in the United States.

According to the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) Medwatch communication, the recall was initiated due to concerns about potential contamination of the Triad Group's products with the bacteria, Bacillus cereus. This recall involves those products marked as sterile as well as non-sterile. Use of contaminated alcohol prep pads, alcohol swabs, and alcohol swabsticks could lead to life-threatening infections, especially in at-risk populations, including immune suppressed and surgical patients.

It is important to note, that Genentech medicines are not contaminated and may continue to be used in accordance with the package insert. Patients and healthcare providers should not use the alcohol prep pads packaged with these medicines and should instead use an alternate alcohol prep pad that is not involved with the Triad Group recall, or alternatively use a sterile gauze pad in conjunction with isopropyl alcohol for disinfecting the injection site prior to administration. Genentech is in discussion with the FDA and is currently assessing alternatives to address the situation. The company plans to issue a Dear Healthcare Provider letter to potential prescribers and pharmacists to make them aware of the Triad product recall and the need to discontinue use of the alcohol prep pads packaged with Boniva Injection, Fuzeon, Nutropin A.Q. Pen, Pegasys, and TNKase.

Further information about the Triad Group recall can be found on the FDA website at
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch/SafetyInformation/SafetyAlertsforHumanMedicalProducts/ucm239319.htm.

Patients should consult their healthcare provider for further information. Healthcare providers with questions may contact the Patient Resource Center at 1-877-436-3683 between the hours of 6 am and 5 pm Pacific Time.

For the Boniva indication, full prescribing information, and important safety information, please visit http://www.boniva.com.

For the Fuzeon indication, full prescribing information, and important safety information, please visit http://www.fuzeon.com.

For the Nutropin A.Q. Pen indication, full prescribing information, and important safety information, please visithttp://www.nutropin.com.

For the Pegasys indication, full prescribing information, and important safety information including Boxed WARNING and Medication Guide, please visit http://www.pegasys.com.

For the TNKase indication, full prescribing information, and important safety information, please visit http://www.tnkase.com.

About Genentech
Founded more than 30 years ago, Genentech is a leading biotechnology company that discovers, develops, manufactures and commercializes medicines to treat patients with serious or life-threatening medical conditions. The company, a member of the Roche Group, has headquarters in South San Francisco, California. For additional information about the company, please visithttp://www.gene.com.

"Kroger Value Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips”, Recalled By Barry Callebaut USA LLC, Due To Undeclared Milk Protein, A Possible Allegen

noreply@blogger.com (ravenII) — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 17:36:00 +0000

"Kroger Value Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips”, Recalled By Barry Callebaut USA LLC, Due To Undeclared Milk Protein, A Possible Allegen

Barry Callebaut USA LLC Issues Allergen Alert on Potential Undeclared Milk Protein in Kroger Value Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips

Contact:
Consumer:
Barry Callebaut USA LLC
1-866-678-5231

Technical:
Mr. Doug Miscikowski, Director - Quality Assurance
1-866-678-5231

Press:
Ms. Laura Bergan, Marketing Manager
1-866-678-5231

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - January 12, 2011 - Barry Callebaut USA LLC is conducting a voluntary recall on its product sold by Kroger Stores under the brand "Kroger Value Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips”, 12 oz., UPC Code is 11110–86603 as the product may contain undeclared milk protein.

The following “Best By” dates are affected by this voluntary recall:

November 20, 2012
December 1, 2012
December 3, 2012
December 4, 2012

The “Best By” date is found printed in black on the end of the back of the bag.
People with allergies or severe sensitivity to milk protein may be at risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
The Kroger Value Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips subject to this recall were sold in Kroger-owned stores, including Kroger; Dillon’s and Gerbes stores in Kansas and Missouri; Baker’s stores in Nebraska; Jay C, Hilander, Owen’s, Pay Less and Scott’s stores in Illinois and Indiana; Fred Meyer, Fry’s, King Soopers, Smith’s, City Market, Foods Co., and Food 4 Less stores in California, Nevada, Nebraska, Illinois and Indiana (Chicago area).
This recall was necessary after a consumer complaint was received and it was determined that the packages of Kroger Value Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips may contain undeclared milk protein. The package ingredient label does not identify that the product may contain milk protein.
Consumers who have purchased Kroger Value Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips with the above indicated code dates may return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with any questions may contact Barry Callebaut USA LLC at 1-866-678-5231(9am - 7pm Eastern).

“Oaxaca String Cheese La Original” Recalled By Surtex Foods Due To Multiple Health Risks, Possible Listeria monocytogenes and Staphylococcus aureus Contamination

noreply@blogger.com (ravenII) — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 17:29:00 +0000

Surtex Foods Recalls “Oaxaca String Cheese La Original” Because Of Possible Health Risk

Contact:
Surtext Foods Co.
323-357-5900

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - January 10, 2011 - SURTEX FOODS CO. of Los Angeles is recalling Oaxaca string Cheese La Original in their 17.63 oz/ 500 gr presentation because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes and Staphylococcus aureus.

Listeria monocytogenes is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
Staphylococcus aureus the bacterium responsible for producing toxins in foods, can cause gastrointestinal illness that usually begins 1-6 hours after eating contaminated food. The most common symptoms include nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, and diarrhea. In more severe cases, headache, muscle cramping, and temporary changes in blood pressure and pulse rate may occur. The illness is usually mild and most patients recover after one to three days. In a small minority of patients the illness may be more severe. In these cases, some people, especially the very young and old, may require medical treatment for dehydration from vomiting and/or diarrhea.
Oaxaca String Cheese “La Original” ( 17.63 /500 gr presentation) was distributed in California through retail stores and distributors.
The recalled product comes in a 17.63 ounce (500 gr), clear plastic package marked- Oaxaca String Cheese, “La Original de Oaxaca” with a UPC code of 8 90512 00104 2, Lot # 1360912 with expiration date 01/09/2011
No illnesses have been reported to date.
The recall was the result of a routine sampling program by the FDA which revealed that the finished products contained the bacteria. The company has ceased the production and distribution of the product as FDA and the company continue their investigation as to what caused the problem. NO OTHER PRODUCTS OR BATCHES FROM THIS COMPANY AND/OR PRODUCT THAT HAVE BEEN DISTRIBUTED WERE AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL.
Consumers who have purchased “Oaxaca String Cheese “La Original” ( 17.63 /500 gr presentation), UPC code of 8 90512 00104 2, Lot # 1360912 with expiration date 01/09/2011, are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at (323) 357-5900 Monday through Friday, 8am through 3pm PST.

Metronidazole Tablets USP, 250mg Recalled By Teva Pharmaceuticals.

noreply@blogger.com (ravenII) — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 20:33:00 +0000

Teva Pharmaceuticals have recalled Metronidazole Tablets USP, 250mg used for treating symptomatic and asymptomatic trichomoniasis, and treatment of asymptomatic consorts, amebiasis and a variety of anaerobic bacterial infections, due to Low Weight of active ingredients in Tablets.

Teva Pharmaceuticals, U.S.A issues a voluntary nationwide recall of Metronidazole Tablets USP, 250mg Due to Low Weight Tablets

Contact:
Consumer Contact
866-262-1243

Media Contact
Denise Bradley
215-591-8974

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - January 6, 2011 - Teva Pharmaceuticals, U.S.A, is voluntarily recalling Metronidazole Tablets USP, 250mg, lot 312566, expiration date 05/2012. This product lot is being recalled due to the presence of underweight tablets.

Underweight tablets may not contain the full amount of active ingredient within a single tablet, a consumer may not receive the prescribed dose. This may cause the infection the drug was intended to treat to worsen or recur, which could be life-threatening when treating severe infections. To date, Teva Pharmaceuticals, U.S.A. has not received any adverse events associated with the use of this product lot.

Metronidazole is indicated for the treatment of symptomatic and asymptomatic trichomoniasis, and treatment of asymptomatic consorts, amebiasis and a variety of anaerobic bacterial infections. The affected Metronidazole lot is packaged in 250 count bottles and was distributed nationwide to wholesalers and retailers.

Wholesalers and retailers have been previously notified of this recall via overnight notification on 10/25/10 and are in the process of returning this product lot. Consumers who have lot 312566 in their possession are instructed to cease using the product and return it to their pharmacy. Wholesalers and retailers should cease distribution and examine their inventory immediately.

Adverse events that may be related to the use of this product may be reported to FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting Program either online, by regular mail or by fax:

Online:http://www.fda.gov/MedWatch/report.htm
Regular Mail: use postage-paid, pre-addressed Form FDA 3500 available at: http://www.fda.gov/MedWatch/getforms.htm Mail to address on the pre-addressed form.
Fax: 1-800-FDA-0178

Consumers with questions regarding this recall may contact 866-262-1243 from 9:00am – 5:00pm ET Monday –Friday. Consumers should contact their physician or healthcare provider if they have experienced any problems that may be related to taking this drug product. Teva Pharmaceuticals, U.S.A is voluntarily recalling the aforementioned product lot with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

La Placita Botanas Mexicanas Recalls Wheat Snacks with Chile, Potato Chips with Chile, and Corn Churritos with Chile Due To Salmonella Contamination

noreply@blogger.com (ravenII) — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 20:11:00 +0000

La Placita Botanas Mexicanas Recalls Wheat Snacks with Chile, Potato Chips with Chile, and Corn Churritos with Chile Due To Salmonella Contamination. Consumers who have purchased “Doraditas con chile”, “Chinacos con chile”, “Chicharrines duranguenses con chile”, “Palitos tapatios con chile”, and “Anillos michoacanos con chile” are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact La Placita at 626-452-0883, Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

La Placita Botanas Mexicanas, Inc. Recalls Wheat Snacks with Chile, Potato Chips with Chile, and Corn Churritos with Chile Because of Possible Contamination with Salmonella

Contact:
La Placita Botanas Mexicanas, Inc.
10846 Central Ave.
South El Monte, CA 91733
626-452-0883

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - January 7, 2011 - La Placita Botanas Mexicanas, Inc. of South El Monte, California is recalling Wheat Snacks with Chile, Potato Chips with Chile, and Corn Churritos with Chile 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. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.

“Doraditas con chile - UPC: 7-90274 00011-9”, “Chinacos con chile - UPC: 7-90274 00121-5”, “Chicharrines duranguenses con chile - UPC: 7-90274 00261-8”, “Palitos tapatios con chile - UPC: 7-90274 00251-9”, and “Anillos michoacanos con chile - UPC: 7-90274 00351-6” were distributed primarily in Southern California through retail stores. These products are packaged in clear plastic bags with a label sticker containing the product name and UPC code. No production codes, best-by-date, or use-by-date are found on these products (future products not affected by this recall will have production codes).

No illnesses have been reported to date.

This potential contamination was discovered during sampling of our bulk ingredients by representatives of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration during an inspection of our manufacturing facility. La Placita Botanas Mexicans, Inc. is working closely with the FDA and our suppliers to identify the cause of this problem.

Consumers who have purchased “Doraditas con chile”, “Chinacos con chile”, “Chicharrines duranguenses con chile”, “Palitos tapatios con chile”, and “Anillos michoacanos con chile” are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact La Placita at 626-452-0883, Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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