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504 recalls were announced in August 2013.
Of the 504 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 4% are Critical, 25% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Galveston Shrimp Company is recalling specific lots of wild caught shrimp because they may contain foreign material. The product was distributed in Texas.
Galveston Shrimp Company is recalling specific lots of frozen shrimp due to the presence of foreign material. The product was distributed in Texas.
Galveston Shrimp Company is recalling specific lots of wild-caught shrimp due to the presence of foreign material. The product was distributed in Texas.
Sorin Group is recalling Edwards Lifesciences Suction Wand Model S099B because plastic particles were found inside the packaging pouch.
Beckman Coulter is recalling 68,116 Hemoccult ICT units due to increased sensitivity at borderline positive levels, which may cause false positives.
Galveston Shrimp Company is recalling specific lots of frozen shrimp due to the presence of foreign material. The product was distributed in Texas.
Harmony Chai is recalling Black Spiced Chai tea in 22 oz and 64 oz glass bottles because the product was not properly processed.
Gyrus Medical is recalling 1,140 sterile bipolar dissecting forceps units because accelerated aging tests showed a compromised sterile packaging seal.
Galveston Shrimp Company is recalling specific lots of frozen shrimp due to the presence of foreign material. The product was distributed in Texas.
Stayma Consulting Service is recalling Duet DHA 430 vitamin and Omega-3 products because the beta carotene (Vitamin A) content is subpotent.
Plum Inc. is recalling Mighty 4 Essential nutrition blend pouches due to intermittent ineffective hermetic seals that may allow spoilage.
Galveston Shrimp Company is recalling specific lots of frozen shrimp in Texas due to the presence of foreign material.
Stayma Consulting Service is recalling Duet DHA Balanced tablets and softgels because the beta carotene (Vitamin A) content is subpotent.
Atrium Medical Corporation is recalling 6,516 PleuraGuide Disposable Chest Tube Kits because individual component instructions for use are missing.
Plum Inc. is recalling Mighty 4 Essential nutrition blend pouches due to intermittent ineffective hermetic seals that may allow spoilage.
Zip International Group LLC is recalling Marmalade Fonariky because the product contains undeclared colors and dyes.
Galveston Shrimp Company is recalling specific lots of wild-caught shrimp due to the presence of foreign material. The product was distributed in Texas.
S & M International Inc is recalling Grove Grow Notes Dried Mushrooms due to undeclared sulfites. The product was distributed in New York.
Smith & Nephew is recalling nine Genesis II Cruciate Retaining Articular Insert trial units because they were produced with the wrong color material.
Medicis Pharmaceutical Corp is recalling CLENZIderm M.D. Pore Therapy kits because some bottles were incorrectly filled with Daily Foam Cleanser. The recall covers specific lots distributed in the US and internationally.
Stayma Consulting Service is recalling specific lots of NataChew multi-vitamin tablets because they contain subpotent levels of beta carotene (Vitamin A).
Convatec Inc. is recalling 22,896 units of Flexi-Seal Signal Plus due to a manufacturing irregularity where lot numbers were duplicated on the packaging.
Stayma Consulting Service is recalling Duet DHA 430 ec because the beta carotene (Vitamin A) content is subpotent.
Bracco Diagnostics Inc is recalling Tagitol V Barium Sulfate Suspension Lot #65846 because samples failed viscosity specifications.
Braintree Laboratories is recalling 10,362 cartons of HalfLytely and Bisacodyl Tablet Bowel Prep Kits due to micro-fractures in the 2-liter bottle that cause leaks.
Novartis Consumer Health is recalling Maalox Regular Strength Antacid chewable tablets because the lot number or expiration date may be illegible on the outer plastic bottle packaging.
Philips Healthcare is recalling MobileDiagnost wDR systems because the Instructions for Use fail to comply with a Federal standard regarding generator value tolerance levels.
Novartis is recalling Maalox Nighttime Antacid chewable tablets because the lot number or expiration date may be illegible on the outer plastic bottle packaging.
Novartis is recalling Maalox Advanced Maximum Strength Antacid & Antigas chewable tablets because the lot number and/or expiration date may be illegible on the outer plastic bottle packaging.
Stayma Consulting Service is recalling specific lots of Duet DHA 400 ec because the beta carotene (Vitamin A) content is subpotent.
Novartis Consumer Health is recalling Maalox Nighttime Antacid chewable tablets because the lot number or expiration date may be illegible on the outer plastic bottle packaging.
Novartis is recalling Maalox Extra Strength Antacid chewable tablets because the lot number or expiration date may be illegible on the outer plastic bottle packaging.
Novartis is recalling Maalox Extra Strength Antacid chewable tablets because the lot number or expiration date may be illegible on the packaging.
Convatec is recalling Flexi-Seal Signal Fecal Management Systems because the lot number convention was duplicated on the packaging for certain lots.
Stayma Consulting Service is recalling Duet DHA 400 multi-vitamin and Omega-3 products because they contain subpotent levels of beta carotene (Vitamin A).
Novartis is recalling Maalox Extra Strength Antacid with Anti-Gas chewable tablets because the lot number and expiration date may be illegible on the packaging.
Novartis Consumer Health is recalling Maalox Advanced Maximum Strength Antacid & Antigas chewable tablets because the lot number or expiration date may be illegible on the outer plastic bottle.
Novartis Consumer Health is recalling Maalox Regular Strength Antacid chewable tablets because the lot number and expiration date may be illegible on the packaging.
Stayma Consulting Service is recalling specific lots of Nata Komplete multi-vitamin tablets because they contain subpotent levels of beta carotene (Vitamin A).
AbbVie is recalling 704 bottles of Mavik trandolapril tablets 4mg because they were packaged with an outdated version of the package insert.
Trans/Air is recalling specific Compressor Mount Kits installed on Ford 5.4 or 6.8-liter engines due to a risk of alternator harness damage, vehicle stalling, or fire.
Honda is recalling 2013 Odyssey and Pilot vehicles because engine pistons may have insufficient hardness, leading to premature wear and potential engine stalling.
Kawasaki is recalling 337 police motorcycles due to improper accessory installation that may cause fuel leaks, braking issues, or engine stalls.
Polaris is recalling specific Lock & Ride passenger backrests for Victory motorcycles because they can fail if a luggage rack is attached, increasing crash risk.
Sunset Park & RV is recalling one 2014 EZ Traveler travel trailer because a design change in the power awning motor assembly may cause screws to shear, potentially allowing the awning to unfurl unexpectedly.
DDT Mobility is recalling one portable classroom trailer because a wheelchair lift cable may cause a short circuit and fire.
Manning Equipment is recalling 37 model year 2012 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks because the tailpipe design allows heat to build up in the rear storage compartment, posing a fire risk.
Crave Brothers Farmstead Cheese is recalling specialty cheese products while regulatory agencies investigate a potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Crave Brothers Farmstead Cheese is recalling Petit Frere Soft Ripened Cheese because of a multi-state Listeria monocytogenes investigation.
Gold Star Smoked Fish Corp. is recalling RYBACKA WIES brand Herring Fillets in Oil due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination found by New York State sampling.
Ferrara Candy Company is recalling Brach's Chocolate Malted Milk Balls because they may contain undeclared peanuts and Brazil nuts.
Crave Brothers is recalling Petit Frere with Truffles Cheese due to a multi-state Listeria monocytogenes investigation.
Nova Biomedical Corporation is recalling Nova Max Glucose Test Strips due to reports of false abnormally high glucose readings.
Nova Biomedical is recalling 721,810 Nova Max Glucose Test Strips because they may produce false abnormally high glucose readings.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling 408 vials of Alprostadil IN NS Injection nationwide because FDA inspectional findings raised concerns about sterility assurance.
Dr. Reddy's is recalling specific lots of OTC Ranitidine Hydrochloride tablets because raw material tested positive for Pseudomonas sp.
Sanofi-Synthelabo is recalling 998 bottles of Rifadin (rifampin) capsules because some capsules contained less medication than labeled.
Nova Biomedical is recalling Nova Max Glucose Test Strips because they may produce false abnormally high glucose readings, potentially affecting diabetes management.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling Acetylcysteine Ophthalmic Solution due to FDA inspectional findings regarding quality control and sterility assurance.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling 597 vials of compounded Testosterone Cypionate Injection nationwide due to FDA inspectional findings regarding sterility assurance.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling Dexamethasone PF compounded in Woburn, MA, due to FDA inspectional findings regarding quality control and sterility assurance.
Medtronic is recalling 148 Affinity Pediatric Arterial Filters because a small breach in the filter media may allow unwanted particulate or gaseous emboli to pass through, posing a risk of serious injury or death to pediatric patients.
Nova Biomedical Corporation is recalling Nova Max Glucose Test Strips due to reports of false abnormally high glucose readings.
Zip International Group LLC is recalling FOSFOREL brand Herring Fillet in Oil due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes detected by New York State sampling.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling Testosterone Cypionate/Enanthate injections nationwide due to FDA inspectional findings regarding sterility assurance and quality control.
Nova Biomedical is recalling Nova Max Glucose Test Strips because they may produce false abnormally high glucose readings, potentially affecting diabetes management.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling Vancomycin Ophthalmic PF due to FDA inspectional findings regarding quality control and sterility assurance.
Nova Biomedical is recalling Nova Max Plus Monitor Systems because test strips may produce false abnormally high glucose readings.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling DMSO Aqueous Irrigation 50% because FDA inspectional findings raised concerns about quality control procedures that impacted sterility assurance.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling 23 vials of compounded Cidofovir Ophthalmic Solution nationwide due to FDA inspectional findings regarding sterility assurance.
Nova Biomedical is recalling Nova Max Glucose Test Strips because they may produce false abnormally high glucose readings.
Nova Biomedical is recalling Nova Max Plus Monitor Systems because test strips may produce false abnormally high glucose readings.
Nova Biomedical is recalling Nova Max Plus Monitor Systems because the test strips may produce false abnormally high glucose readings.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling Quadmix Injection vials because FDA inspectional findings raised concerns about quality control procedures impacting sterility assurance.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling Gentamicin Sulfate Irrigation nationwide because FDA inspections raised concerns about quality control procedures that impacted sterility assurance.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling Atropine Injection compounded in Woburn, MA, due to FDA inspectional findings regarding quality control and sterility assurance.
SpineFrontier, Inc. is recalling nine Invue Solid Drivers because the nipple broke off during use, potentially affecting spinal surgery.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling Bacteriostatic Water for Injection because FDA inspections found quality control issues that impacted sterility assurance.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling compounded Cyclosporine Ophthalmic because FDA inspections raised concerns about quality control and sterility assurance.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling Tacrolimus Ophthalmic nationwide due to FDA inspectional findings regarding quality control and sterility assurance.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling 261 vials of compounded HCG Chorionic Gonadotropin nationwide due to FDA inspectional findings regarding sterility assurance.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling Methylcobalamin PF vials nationwide due to FDA inspectional findings regarding quality control and sterility assurance.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling compounded Hydroxyprogesterone CAPR. (G.S.) due to FDA inspectional findings regarding quality control and sterility assurance.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling Diazepam Injectable vials because FDA inspections raised concerns about quality control procedures that impacted sterility assurance.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling Testosterone Cypionate/Propionate Injection nationwide because FDA inspectional findings raised concerns about quality control procedures that impacted sterility assurance.
Nova Biomedical is recalling Nova Max Glucose Test Strips because they may produce false abnormally high glucose readings.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling 862 vials of Trimix Injection nationwide because FDA inspectional findings raised concerns about quality control procedures that impacted sterility assurance.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling Nandrolone Decanoate Injectable vials because FDA inspectional findings raised concerns about sterility assurance and quality control.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling 246 vials of BiMix Injection nationwide because FDA inspectional findings raised concerns about sterility assurance.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling MIC with B6 and B12 vials because FDA inspectional findings raised concerns about quality control procedures and sterility assurance.
Pallimed Solutions is recalling 71 vials of Buprenorphine HCl Veterinary Injection nationwide due to FDA inspectional findings regarding sterility assurance.
CareFusion is recalling 14,112 manual resuscitators because a blocked oxygen connector may prevent supplemental oxygen from reaching the patient.
Starcraft is recalling 2014 Comet camping trailers because the spare tire bracket may detach, creating a road hazard.
FDA is recalling Verapamil Injection compounded by Pallimed Solutions Pharmacy because inspectional findings raised concerns about quality-control procedures and sterility assurance. The recall covers all lots within expiry distributed nationwide.
Shoreline Fruit Inc is recalling Spartan Fresh Dark Chocolate Covered Dried Cherries because they may contain undeclared sulfites from cross-contamination with strawberries.
Craft Brewers Alliance Inc. is recalling Square Mile Original Hard Apple Cider because bottles may burst. The product was distributed in California, Oregon, and Washington.
Edwards Lifesciences is recalling specific lots of Anastaflo intravascular shunts because excessive adhesive on the shunt body may interfere with suturing during bypass graft construction.
GE Healthcare is recalling Optima and Brivo mobile x-ray units because of erratic drive performance. The recall affects 458 units distributed worldwide.
Craft Brewers Alliance Inc. is recalling Square Mile Spur & Vine Hopped Apple Cider because bottles may burst. The product was distributed in California, Oregon, and Washington.
HALO SleepSack Wearable Blankets with Pink Satin Flowers are recalled because petals can detach and pose a choking hazard to infants.
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