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Similac Powdered Infant Formula Recall
We have been informed by Abbott Nutrition that it is issuing a voluntary recall of certain Similac-brand, powder infant formulas because a quality review detected the remote possibility of the presence of a small common beetle in the product produced in a single manufacturing facility.
The recall includes certain Similac powder infant formula sold in plastic containers and in 8-ounce sample cans, and 12.4-ounce and 12.9-ounce cans. If you have samples of Similac in your office, put these on hold and review the instructions from Abbott Nutrition in their Sept. 22 physician letter, which is posted on the AAP Member Center, along with Abbott's press release regarding the recall.
To find out if a specific product has been recalled, consumers can visit www.similac.com/recall/lookup and type in the lot number. Products not involved in the recall include all Abbott Nutrition liquid ready-to-feed and concentrated formulas and all liquid and powder specialty formulas, such as Similac Expert Care Alimentum, Elecare, Similac Expert Care Neosure, Similac Human Milk Fortifier, and metabolic formulas for inherited disorders.
In addition to a consumer Web site, www.similac.com/recall, Abbott has set up a hotline for consumers at (800) 986-8850. Health care professionals can call 1-800-545-5216.
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