AMS Health Sciences is recalling 2014 bottles of Saba Shark Cartilage Complex because it may be contaminated with Salmonella bacteria. No illnesses or complaints have been reported to the company to date.
The recalled product is Saba Shark Cartilage Complex in black screw-top bottles with the brand name “saba” in red letters, the product name “shark cartilage complex” in white letters, and a net quantity statement of “500 mg 60 capsules” in small white letters. The lot number is 416349 and the expiration date is 08/16, printed in black letters inside a white rectangle.
The product was sold to consumers through Saba for Life internet site from February to August 2014. One bottle from this lot of the product tested positive for Salmonella bacteria. Symptoms of a Salmonella infection include fever, diarrhea that may be bloody, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Some people can become seriously ill and need to be hospitalized. Complications of a Salmonella infection can include arthritis, infected aneurysms, and endocarditis.
If you purchased this product, do not use it. Discard it in a closed or double bagged container or return to the place of purchase for a refund. Any illnesses or adverse events an be reported to the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting Program by calling 1-800-332-1088 to request a form, or by filing out the online report.
