Abbott recalls Similac Probiotic Tri-Blend foil packets for preterm infants due to unsafe marketing and food additive concerns. Learn about affected products and safety steps.
Marketed towards preterm infants without approval as a new drug or licensed biologic, as well as unsafe food additive
Abbott is recalling Similac Probiotic Tri-Blend packets for preterm infants because they were marketed without proper approval as a drug or food additive. This could pose risks to infants' health.
This product was marketed to preterm infants without regulatory approval as a drug or food additive. It may cause health issues due to improper use in infants' developing systems.
Parents or caregivers of preterm infants who use this specific Similac product. Infants with immature digestive systems are most at risk.
Check for Similac Probiotic Tri-Blend packets in foil, with 50 per carton and 3 cartons per case. Lot No. 45002IP and Product No. 67397 are associated with this recall.
Look for Lot No. 45002IP and Product No. 67397 on the packaging to confirm if your product is affected.
No, this product was marketed specifically for preterm infants without approval as a drug or food additive, so it may not be safe for all infants.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Abbott Laboratories for guidance on next steps.
The product was sold with a Best By date of 09/01/24, but the exact sale date is not stated in the recall.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Abbott to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-0328-2024 — Abbott Abbott Hello, I own a Abbott that is covered by recall F-0328-2024 from Abbott. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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