Standard Process Inc. of Wisconsin is recalling three dietary supplements due to possible Salmonella contamination: Cataplex ACP (Product numbers 0700 and 0750, Lot 114), Cataplex C (Product number 1650 1655, Lot 114), Pancreatrophin PMG (Product number 6650, Lot 114). The products were distributed in 60 cc and 200 cc amber glass bottles with Best Used By dates of 5/13. No other products or lot numbers are affected.
Distributors and health care professionals have purchased these specific lots through telephone calls and mailings. The products were sold to consumers through health care professionals. A routine FDA inspection revealed that one of the ingredients used to make the supplements potentially contained Salmonella. If you have purchased this products, with specific lot codes of L114, return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in the very young, the elderly, those with chronic illnesses, and those with compromised immune systems. Healthy people can also become very ill. The symptoms of Salmonella infection include fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. There have not been any reports of illness in connection with the consumption of these products. For questions, call Standard Process Inc. at 866-397-3237.
Linda Larsen has written 28 cook books. She worked for the Pillsbury company in their test kitchens and for the Pillsbury Bake-Off. She holds a degree with High Distinction in Food Science from the University of Minnesota.
Fred Pritzker is a food safety advocate and attorney. He represents people sickened by contaminated food.
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