The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Food)·F-0916-2013·Announced 2013-01-30

Cardinal Health Recalls Dairy Aid Lactase Caplets Due to Labeling Error

Cardinal Health is recalling specific lots of Dairy Aid Lactase Enzyme Supplement caplets because the packaging incorrectly lists the strength as 9,000 FCC Units instead of 3,000 FCC Units.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, but the source text identifies the issue as a labeling error regarding strength without reporting any illnesses or injuries. This aligns with the rubric for minor labeling errors or low-risk contamination.

Plain-English summary

Cardinal Health is voluntarily recalling specific lots of Dairy Aid Lactase Enzyme Supplement, 3,000 FCC Units, 60 caplets. The recall was initiated after the firm discovered that the product labeling bears an incorrect strength of 9,000 FCC Units per caplet, whereas the actual strength is 3,000 FCC Units per caplet.

The affected product is identified by the NDC 55154-1335-4 and is described as a white, oblong caplet imprinted with RP143. The recall covers specific batches and lot numbers with expiration dates ranging from November 2012 to July 2013. The total quantity involved in the recall is 1,140 caplets.

The product was distributed to New Jersey and New York. Consumers who have purchased these specific lots should check their packaging for the listed strength and lot numbers. If the product matches the recalled description, consumers should stop using it and contact Cardinal Health for a refund or further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Dairy Aid Lactase Enzyme Supplement, Caplet, 3,000 FCC Units, 60 caplets, OTC, Repackaged by: Cardinal Health, Zanesville, OH 43701, NDC 55154-1335-4
Manufacturer
Cardinal Health
Affected units
1,140

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (20)

  • White
  • oblong caplet
  • imprinted RP143
  • Batch# M675030
  • Lot # 10627AA
  • Exp Date 11/2012
  • Batch# M679370
  • Lot # 10627BA
  • Exp Date 12/2012
  • Batch# M675020
  • Lot # 10627A
  • Batch# M679360
  • Lot # 10627B
  • Batch# M707960
  • Lot # 10627C
  • Exp Date 3/2013
  • Batch# M712800
  • Lot # 11469A
  • Batch# M740490
  • Lot # 11464B

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states: