FDA MedWatch - Powder Formulas Manufactured by Abbott:

Recall - Due to Possible Presence of Cronobacter sakazakii, Salmonella Newport

If your email program has trouble displaying this email, view as a webpage. MedWatch - The FDA Safety Information and Adverse Event Reporting Program TOPIC: Powder Formulas Manufactured at One Plant by Abbott: Recall - Due to Possible Presence of Cronobacter sakazakii, Salmonella Newport AUDIENCE: Consumer, Health Professional, Pharmacy ISSUE: Abbott is recalling powder formulas, including Similac, Alimentum and EleCare manufactured in Sturgis, Mich., one of the company's manufacturing facilities. The recall does not include any metabolic deficiency nutrition formulas. Abbott is recalling these products after four consumer complaints related to Cronobacter sakazakii or Salmonella Newport in infants who had consumed powder infant formula manufactured in this facility. For more information about this recall, click on the red button "Read Recall" below. BACKGROUND: The products being recalled are marketed as infant formula.  Cronobacter sakazakii is commonly found in the environment and a variety of areas in the home. It can cause fever, poor feeding, excessive crying or low energy as well as other serious symptoms. It's important to follow the instructions for proper preparation, handling and storage of powder formulas. RECOMMENDATIONS:  What Parents and Caregivers Should Do To find out if the product you have is included in this recall, visit the company's website and type in the code on the bottom of the package and follow the instructions provided. No action is needed for previously consumed product. The products under recall have a multidigit number on the bottom of the container starting with the first two digits 22 through 37, contains K8, SH, or Z2 and with an expiration date of April 1, 2022, or after. If you have questions about feeding your child, contact your healthcare professional. Some product was distributed to countries outside the U.S. A list of these products can be found at the company's website. Health professionals and consumers are encouraged to report adverse events or side effects related to the use of these products to the FDA's MedWatch Safety Information and Adverse Event Reporting Program: Complete and submit the report online. Download form or call 1-800-332-1088 to request a reporting form, then complete and return to the address on form, or submit by fax to 1-800-FDA-0178.

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