The Product Is Labeled as Follows: Pediasure Grow & Gain Vanilla, Unit Size: 8 OZ., Container…
What you need to know
Class II
What happened
Abbott Nutrition is recalling PediaSure Grow & Gain Vanilla is product because the product may have a different color, smell, taste or texture inconsistent with other lots of…
Health risk
The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. A safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.
Action required
Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice.
Lot 57642RA00, Beginning Date of distribution in US 10/12/15 End Date of distribution in US- 12/4/15. AN distributed this lot to151 Distributors, 32 Medical Facilities and 25 Other types of consignees (2 of these were internal sales reps). No foreign accounts. There are 12 US government consignees.
United States
Quantity affected
15, 609 cases (374, 616 units)
Recall initiation
FDA report date: April 13, 2016
FDA recall number
F-1041-2016
Beyond the headline
The recall, in context
Abbott Nutrition initiated this food recall on March 10, 2016. The FDA enforcement report states: Abbott Nutrition is recalling PediaSure Grow & Gain Vanilla is product because the product may have a different color, smell, taste or texture inconsistent with other lots of PediaSure Grow & Gain Vanilla. Abbott Nutrition also recognized a complaint trend for physical stability and sensory on this batch on 1/25/16 and an investigation revealed a possibility that a small portion of cans may. The FDA report lists distribution as: Lot 57642RA00, Beginning Date of distribution in US 10/12/15 End Date of distribution in US- 12/4/15 . AN distributed this lot to151 Distributors, 32 Medical Facilities and 25 Other types of consignees (2 of these were internal sales reps). No foreign accounts. There are 12 US government consignees.
The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: Abbott Nutrition is recalling PediaSure Grow & Gain Vanilla is product because the product may have a different color, smell, taste or texture inconsistent with other lots of PediaSure Grow & Gain Vanilla. Abbott Nutrition also recognized a complaint trend for physical stability and sensory on this batch on 1/25/16 and an investigation revealed a possibility that a small portion of cans may
The Product Is Labeled as Follows: Pediasure Grow & Gain Vanilla, Unit Size: 8 OZ., Container… was made or distributed by Abbott Nutrition in Altavista, VA, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1041-2016, dated April 13, 2016.
Why this is a Class II recall
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote. In this recall, a safety issue that does not fit the standard pathogen, allergen, chemical or quality categories.
FDA definition
The product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
What to do now
1
Stop using it
Do not eat, drink or take the affected product.
2
Check the codes
Compare the lot and date codes against the table above.
3
Return or discard
Contact the retailer or recalling firm about a refund, and dispose of the product safely.
Consumer safety guide
Product safety recall
Symptoms to watch for
The official enforcement report describes the specific risk. Follow the recall notice, check the product codes and do not use a product that may be affected.
Higher-risk groups
Children, pregnant people, older adults and people with weakened immune systems should take extra care when a product's safety is uncertain.
What to do now
1Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets.
2Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return.
3Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.
Read the official source record for the specific hazard and instructions.
This is general consumer safety information, not medical advice or a diagnosis. Follow the official recall notice and contact a healthcare professional if you have concerns about exposure or symptoms.
Frequently asked
Questions about this recall
4 answers
What is the The Product Is Labeled as Follows: Pediasure Grow & Gain Vanilla, Unit Size: 8 OZ., Container… recall?
Abbott Nutrition recalled The Product Is Labeled as Follows: Pediasure Grow & Gain Vanilla, Unit Size: 8 OZ., Container… in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-1041-2016. Abbott Nutrition is recalling PediaSure Grow & Gain Vanilla is product because the product may have a different color, smell, taste or texture inconsistent with other lots of…
What should I do if I bought this product?
Check the identifying codes below and stop using the product. Return it to the retailer for a refund or dispose of it safely, following the recall notice. Stop using or eating the product and keep it away from children and pets. Check the UPC and lot/date codes on this page and follow the official recall notice for disposal or return. Seek medical advice if anyone develops severe or worrying symptoms after exposure.
Is the Abbott Nutrition recall still active?
The FDA lists this recall as recall closed. It remains relevant if you still have the affected product or need to identify a historical recall.
Where can I verify this recall?
This page is normalized from the openFDA enforcement record F-1041-2016. You can verify it directly using the official source link on this page. VerifyRecall updates its index from public FDA enforcement data and does not replace advice from the FDA, the recalling firm or a healthcare professional.
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