The finished dietary supplement product was manufactured with ingredients subsequently found to be contaminated with chloramphenicol, an antibiotic, at levels above 0.3 ppb. The…
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
Stop taking the supplement. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then return it to the retailer or contact the manufacturer about a refund. Seek medical advice if you have concerns about exposure.
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Global Health Laboratories, LLCAmityville, NY, United States
UPC / barcodes
7 98304 24865 4
Lot / date codes
Lot Number 1256074
Distribution area
New York
United States
Quantity affected
1495 bottles
Recall initiation
FDA report date: December 25, 2013
FDA recall number
F-1105-2014
Beyond the headline
The recall, in context
Global Health Laboratories, LLC initiated this supplements recall on November 7, 2013. The FDA enforcement report states: The finished dietary supplement product was manufactured with ingredients subsequently found to be contaminated with chloramphenicol, an antibiotic, at levels above 0.3 ppb. The supplier, Specialty Enzymes & Biotechnologies, recalled the raw materials and notified the recipients. Subsequent private laboratory testing of the finished product revealed levels of chloramphenicol above 0.3 ppb. The FDA report lists distribution as: New York.
The FDA enforcement report describes the reason as: The finished dietary supplement product was manufactured with ingredients subsequently found to be contaminated with chloramphenicol, an antibiotic, at levels above 0.3 ppb. The supplier, Specialty Enzymes & Biotechnologies, recalled the raw materials and notified the recipients. Subsequent private laboratory testing of the finished product revealed levels of chloramphenicol above 0.3 ppb.
Ut-fem¿ for Women, Urinary Tract Solution, Dietary Supplement, 42 Vegetable Capsules, Product… was made or distributed by Global Health Laboratories, LLC in Amityville, NY, United States. This page reflects FDA report F-1105-2014, dated December 25, 2013.
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 UPC and lot code 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 Ut-fem¿ for Women, Urinary Tract Solution, Dietary Supplement, 42 Vegetable Capsules, Product… recall?
Global Health Laboratories, LLC recalled Ut-fem¿ for Women, Urinary Tract Solution, Dietary Supplement, 42 Vegetable Capsules, Product… in an FDA Class II enforcement action reported as F-1105-2014. The finished dietary supplement product was manufactured with ingredients subsequently found to be contaminated with chloramphenicol, an antibiotic, at levels above 0.3 ppb. The…
What should I do if I bought this product?
Stop taking the supplement. Check the lot and UPC codes below, then return it to the retailer or contact the manufacturer about a refund. Seek medical advice if you have concerns about exposure. 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 Global Health Laboratories, LLC 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-1105-2014. 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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