Abbot's Similac Formula Recall (2010)

Certain Similac Powder Infant Formulas are being Recalled by Abbott Laboratories Because of Possible Beetle Contamination

Abbott Laboratories is voluntarily recalling some of its Similac-brand powder infant formulas in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Guam and some countries in the Caribbean because, according to a press release at the FDA website.

The recall is being done because of a "possibility of the presence of a small common beetle in the product. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has determined that while the formula containing these beetles poses no immediate health risk, there is a possibility that infants who consume formula containing the beetles or their larvae, could experience symptoms of gastrointestinal discomfort and refusal to eat as a result of small insect parts irritating the GI tract," FDA says.

"The recall of these powder infant formulas includes certain Similac powder product lines offered in plastic containers, and certain Similac powder product lines offered in sizes such as 8-ounce, 12.4-ounce and 12.9-ounce cans. No Abbott liquid infant formulas are impacted," the FDA added.

The FDA says, "If symptoms are noted and persist for more than a few days, a physician should be consulted. Products with affected lot numbers should be returned to Abbott at no cost to the consumer. To immediately find out if the product in your possession is included in this recall, parents and caregivers should visit www.similac.com/recall , and type in their lot number to determine if their product is affected, or call (800) 986-8850."

FDA is encouraging consumers to check lot numbers on the bottom of formula containers against those being recalled. "Anyone who has a recalled container should stop using it immediately and return it to the manufacturer for a full refund," the FDA advises.

Source:
US Food and Drug Administration: Safety. Similac Powder Infant Formulas: Recall (9/23/2010) http://www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch/SafetyInformation/SafetyAlertsforHumanMedicalProducts/ucm226954.htm. Accessed on September 23, 2010.

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