Vi-Jon recalls lemon-flavored magnesium citrate saline laxative due to microbial contamination in non-sterile products. This affects specific lot numbers sold through Kroger. Consumers should check their product details and contact Vi-Jon for guidance.
Microbial contamination of non-sterile products.
Vi-Jon is recalling lemon-flavored magnesium citrate saline laxative products sold at Kroger stores due to microbial contamination. This poses a risk of infection from non-sterile products, so affected consumers should stop using the product and contact Vi-Jon for instructions.
Microbial contamination in non-sterile products can lead to infections, especially in individuals with weakened immune systems or open wounds. The laxative is intended for oral use, so contamination could enter the body through ingestion.
People who purchased the lemon-flavored magnesium citrate saline laxative from Kroger stores between the specified dates. Those with compromised immune systems or open wounds are at higher risk due to potential infection.
Check for the product name 'Magnesium Citrate SALINE LAXATIVE, Oral Solution, 1.745 g, Lemon Flavor, 10 FL OZ (296 mL)' on the label. Look for the lot number 0557622 with an expiration date of January 12, 2024, sold through Kroger.
Immediately stop using the recalled lemon-flavor laxative if you have the product with lot number 0557622.
The recall indicates microbial contamination, so the product is not safe to use. Contact Vi-Jon for specific instructions.
Check the label for the product name and lot number 0557622 with an expiration date of January 12, 2024, sold through Kroger.
Stop using the product immediately and contact Vi-Jon for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Vi-Jon to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-1503-2022 — Vi-Jon Vi-Jon Hello, I own a Vi-Jon that is covered by recall D-1503-2022 from Vi-Jon. 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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