According to the FDA Enforcemnt Report for the week of October 9, 2013, millions of units of Benefiber supplement products are being recalled for a “relatively high number of consumer complaints.” The products are manufactured by Novartis Consumer Health.
Many of the types and flavors of Benefiber are recalled. To see the large list, along with code info, UPC numbers, names, and distribution, visit the FDA web site. There is no information posted about why these products are being recalled, other than the consumer complaints.
Some of the types recalled are Benefiber Fiber Supplement, Benefiber Plus Heart Health Non-Thickening Powder, Benefiber Fiber Drink Mix in Cherry Pomegranate and Kiwi Strawberry flavors, and Benefiber Fiber Supplement Plus Calcium in Orange Natural Flavor. Also recalled are Benefiber Non-Thickening Powder in many different sizes and configurations. These products were distributed nationally, including military distribution. Foreign distribution was made to Panama and Belize.
This is a Class II FDA recall. According to the FDA, that means these products “may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.”
