Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services HEALTH AND SAFETY http://health.mo.gov/information/news/rss.xml Official news releases issued by the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services. en-us <![CDATA[ Eco-Cuisine Recalls Product Because of Possible Health Risk]]>The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services received information regarding a recall of Eco-Cuisine baking mix products because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.

The baking mix products were distributed nationwide through direct sales and food service distribution centers. Products affected are:

Product Code

Description

Packaging Size

T3314

Eco-Cuisine Basic Brownie Mix

1 lb. bag/10 bags per box or 25 lb. bulk box

T3333

Eco-Cuisine Betty Brownie Mix with Vanilla

17.5 oz bag/10 bags per box

T3388

Eco-Cuisine Ground Beef Style Quick Mix

10 lb box

T3394

Eco-Cuisine Sausage Style Quick Mix

10 lb box

T3416

Eco-Cuisine Chocolate Cookie Mix

1 lb. bag/10 bags per case

T3417

Eco-Cuisine Lemon Muffin Mix

1 lb. bag/10 bags per case

T3418

Eco-Cuisine English Scone Mix

1 lb. bag/10 bags per case

CM25COOK

Central Milling Basic Cookie Mix

25 lb bag

CM25MUFF

Central Milling Basic Muffin Mix

25 lb bag

CM25SCON

Central Milling Basic Scone Mix

25 lb bag

The full recall can be found at http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm353311.htm

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Wed, 22 May 2013 17:05:53 CST
<![CDATA[ Beamonstar Products Expands Recall to Include SexVoltz 12 Capsules Bottle]]>The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services received information regarding a recall of SexVoltz 12 Capsules Bottle, SKU 626570615316.

The product is used as a sexual enhancement product and all 3 products are packaged in blister type packaging in 1 & 2 caps blister, and in 4,10 & 12 capsule bottles. The affected SexVoltz brand SKU's are 626570609490, 827912089028, 626570617877, 626570615316, 626570615316. The affected Velextra brand SKU's are 626570613855, 626570619055, 626570617860, 626570617563.

Amerect SKU's are 626570619031, 626570619628. The affected 'Maximum Strength' SexVoltz, Velextra, and Amerect are all lots distributed and sold from January of 2012 to May 7, 2013 and contain various expiration dates.

SexVoltz, Velextra, and Amerect was distributed Nationwide to wholesalers, retail, and via internet.

The original recall can be found at http://health.mo.gov/information/news/2013/beamonstar51013.

 The full expanded recall can be found at www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm351847.htm.

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Fri, 10 May 2013 16:30:34 CST
<![CDATA[ Krinos Foods, LLC. is Expanding its April 28, 2013 Recall to Include Additional Expiration Dates Jan 01-2014 to Jun 01-2014 of Tahini Products Because of Possible Health Risk]]>The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services received information regarding a recall of TAHINI sesame paste, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

The Tahini product was distributed nationwide through retail stores. The TAHINI sesame paste product is sold in 1 LB glass jars, 2 LB glass jars and in 40 LB plastic pails. The UPC codes for the following products: 1 LB jar is 0-75013-28500-3, 2 LB jar is 0-75013-28510-2 and 40 LB pail 0-75013-04018-3. The recalled lots have a code stamped on the lid between "EXP JAN 01 - 2014 up to and including EXP JUN 08 - 2014" and "EXP OCT 16 - 2014" up to and including "EXP MAR 15 - 2015".

The original recall can be found at http://health.mo.gov/information/news/2013/krinos5113.

The full expanded recall can be found at www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm351630.htm.

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Fri, 10 May 2013 16:24:42 CST
<![CDATA[ Pure Herbs Ltd., Sterling Heights Recalls 4oz and 1oz Bottles of Protein Extract]]>The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services received information regarding a recall of 4oz and 1oz bottles of Protein Extract because they contain undeclared allergens - milk and soy.

The product reached consumers through mail orders, direct delivery or retail stores. The Protein extract product recalled was distributed prior to April 30, 2013. There are no expiration dates on the Protein extract. The Protein extract is packaged in 4oz and 1oz amber glass bottles with a Pure Herbs Ltd. Logo, Natural Herbal Extracts underneath the logo, and the name Protein on the front panel.

This voluntary recall is limited to the Protein Extract packaged in 4oz and 1oz amber glass bottles. All lot numbers are included. Lot numbers 243 and 050812, represent batch 101310 which was manufactured on October 13, 2010 and was distributed from February 2012 to February 2013. Lot number 012712A was manufactured on January 27, 2012 and was distributed from March 2013 to April 2013. The lot numbers are printed on the bottom of the front panel to the right.

The full expanded recall can be found at www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm351443.htm.

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Fri, 10 May 2013 16:21:46 CST
<![CDATA[ Beamonstar Products Recalls SexVoltz, Velextra, & Amerect Marketed as a Dietary Supplement, Due to Undeclared Active Ingredients]]>The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services received information regarding a recall of SexVoltz brand SKU's 626570609490, 827912089028, 626570617877, 626570615316, Velextra brand SKU's 626570619475, 626570619475, 626570619475, 626570619475 , Amerect SKU's 626570619031, 626570619598 capsules to the retail level.

SexVoltz and Velextra  are being recalled because they contain undeclared tadalafil. Amerect is voluntarily recalled because it has the potential to contain undeclared tadalafil. Tadalafil are FDA-Approved drugs used to treat male erectile dysfunction making the products unapproved new drugs.

These undeclared active ingredients poses a threat to consumers because tadalafil may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs such as nitroglycerin and may lower blood pressure to dangerous levels. Consumers with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease often take nitrates.

All three products are packaged in blister type packaging in 1 & 2 caps, and in 4 capsule and 10 capsule bottles. The affected 'Maximum Strength' SexVoltz, Velextra, and Amerect are all lots distributed and sold from January of 2012 to May 7, 2013 and contain various expiration dates. SexVoltz, Velextra, and Amerect was distributed Nationwide to wholesalers, retail and via internet.

The full recall can be found at www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm351162.htm?source=govdelivery.

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Fri, 10 May 2013 09:10:14 CST
<![CDATA[ Chang Kwung Recalls Lightning Rod Capsules Due to Undeclared Ingredient]]>The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services received information regarding a recall of dietary supplements sold under the brand name Lightning Rod 500 mg per capsule packaged in 3-count, UPC 6 89076 20257 2 and 12-count bottles, UPC 6 89076 20297 8.Testing found the Lightning Rod Capsules to contain an analogue of Sildenafil, an active ingredient for the treatment of male Erectile Dysfunction.

Lightning Rod capsules are sold over the counter as a dietary supplement marketed for male sexual enhancement. It is sold nationwide via internet in 3 capsule count and 12 capsule count bottles between August 2012 and May 3, 2013.

The full recall can be found at www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm351058.htm.

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Tue, 07 May 2013 17:00:20 CST
<![CDATA[ Missouri Firm Recalls Meatballs Due To Possible Listeria Monocytogenes Contamination]]>The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services received information regarding a recall of approximately 123 pounds of frozen, ready-to-eat meatballs due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.

The following products are subject to recall: [Label]

  • 15-oz. packages of "Fazio's Meatballs" 

Each package has a lot code of "041114," and bears the establishment number "EST. 13051" inside the USDA mark of inspection. The products were produced on April 11, 2013, and sold at retail locations in the St. Louis area.

Consumption of food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes can cause listeriosis, an uncommon but potentially fatal disease. Healthy people rarely contract listeriosis. However, listeriosis can cause high fever, severe headache, neck stiffness and nausea. Listeriosis can also cause miscarriages and stillbirths, as well as serious and sometimes fatal infections in those with weakened immune systems, such as infants, the elderly and persons with HIV infection or undergoing chemotherapy. Individuals concerned about an illness should contact a health care provider.

The full recall can be found at www.fsis.usda.gov/News_&_Events/Recall_032_2013_Release/index.asp.

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Fri, 03 May 2013 16:44:09 CST
<![CDATA[ Wisconsin Firm Recalls Frozen Pizzas Due To Possible Foreign Matter Contamination]]>The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services received information regarding a recall of Nestlé Pizza Company's frozen pizzas that may be contaminated with extraneous materials.

The following products are subject to USDA recall: [Label]

  • California Pizza Kitchen© Limited Edition Grilled Chicken with Cabernet Sauce, UPC 71921 00781; production code is 3059525952.
  • DiGiorno© Crispy Flatbread Pizza Tuscan Style Chicken, UPC 71921 02663; production codes are 3057525922 and 3058525921.

Each product package above has an establishment number of P-5754.

In addition, the following products are subject to FDA recall:

  • DiGiorno© pizzeria!TM Bianca/White Pizza, UPC 71921 91484; production code is 3068525951.
  • California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) Crispy Thin Crust White©, UPC 71921 98745; production codes are 3062525951, 3062525952 and 3063525951.

Small fragments of plastic were found in the CPK Crispy Thin Crust White Pizza. The problem was related to the lot of spinach used in the production of three additional varieties of pizza subject to recall. The fragments are of clear, brittle plastic, in irregular triangles, and may have sharp edges.

All the pizzas being recalled were produced between February 26 and March 9 of this year and shipped to retail establishments nationwide.

The full recall can be found at www.fsis.usda.gov/News_&_Events/Recall_031_2013_Release/index.asp.

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Fri, 03 May 2013 11:52:33 CST
<![CDATA[ American Lifestyle Recalls Vicerex Capsules and Black Ant Capsules, a Dietary Supplement, Due to Undeclared Active Ingredients]]>The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services received information regarding a recall of Vicerex UPC 893490820087 and Black Ant UPC 4026666142546. Laboratory analysis conducted by the FDA has determined the Vicerex product contains undeclared tadalafil and the Black Ant product contains undeclared sildenafil. Tadalafil and sildenafil are FDA-Approved drugs used to treat male erectile dysfunction (ED), making the Vicerex and the Black Ant products unapproved new drugs.

Risk Statement: These undeclared active ingredients poses a threat to consumers because tadalafil and sildenafil may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs such as nitroglycerin and may lower blood pressure to dangerous levels. Consumers with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease often take nitrates.

Vicerex is sold in blister packs containing ten (10) capsules and Black Ant is sold in a box containing four (4) individually wrapped capsules. The product is distributed worldwide by American Lifestyle by on-line sales and retail. The products are sold without medical prescription.

The full recall can be found at www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm350574.htm?source=govdelivery.

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Thu, 02 May 2013 16:44:10 CST
<![CDATA[ Krinos Foods, LLC. Voluntarily Recalls Tahini Jars]]>The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services received information regarding a recall of TAHINI sesame paste, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

The TAHINI sesame paste product comes in 1 LB and 2 LB glass jars. The UPC code of the 1 LB jar is 0-75013-28500-3 and the 2 LB jar is 0-75013-28510-2. The recalled lots have a code stamped on the lid between "EXP OCT 16 - 2014" up to and including "EXP MAR 15 - 2015".

The full recall can be found at www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm350163.htm?source=govdelivery.

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Wed, 01 May 2013 08:47:54 CST
<![CDATA[ Orville Redenbacher's® Classic Kettle Korn Ready-to-Eat Popcorn Recalled Due to Undeclared Milk Allergen]]>The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services received information regarding a recall of Orville Redenbacher's Classic Kettle Korn flavor ready-to-eat popcorn that may contain an undeclared allergen, milk. Certain bags of the Kettle Korn flavored ready-to-eat popcorn may have inadvertently been filled with white cheddar flavored popcorn, which contains an allergen, milk. The milk allergen is not declared on the Kettle Korn product label.

This product was shipped to food stores and distributors nationwide. The affected product, Orville Redenbacher's Classic Kettle Korn flavor popcorn, is packaged in 5.0-ounce and 1.5-ounce red poly bags with an Orville Redenbacher's graphic logo and picture of the popcorn product on the front panel.

The UPC code is printed on the back of each bag, in the lower left corner. The Sell By Date is also printed on the back of the bag, in the upper right corner.

Orville Redenbacher's Classic Kettle Korn 5.0-ounce packages

  • Case UPC: 27000 52321
  • Unit UPC: 0 27000 52321 6
  • Lot Codes: 5486234100, 5486234200, 5486234300
  • Best By Dates: SEP 02 2013, SEP 03 2013, SEP 04 2013

Orville Redenbacher's Classic Kettle Korn 1.5-ounce packages

  • Case UPC: 27000 52325
  • Unit UPC: 0 27000 52325 4
  • Lot Codes: 5486234200, 5486234300
  • Best By Dates: SEP 03 2013, SEP 04 2013

The full recall can be found at www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm349849.htm.

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Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:46:40 CST
<![CDATA[ Hospira Recalls One Lot of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, 100 ML, Flexible Containers Due to Particulate]]>The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services received information regarding a recall of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, 100 mL, Flexible Container, NDC 0409-7984-23. This action was due to a confirmed report where four separate particulate issues were identified in four individual flexible containers. The four single particles were identified as follows: polyester fiber, nylon fiber, cotton fiber and nitrocellulose fiber, respectively.

The product is used as a source of water and electrolytes and is packaged in a 100 mL flexible container, lot number 05-201-JT (the lot number may be followed by a -01). The affected product has an expiration date of May 1, 2013, and was distributed within the United States between May 2011 and August 2011 to wholesalers/distributors, hospitals and pharmacies.

Anyone with an existing inventory should stop use and distribution, quarantine the product immediately.

The full recall can be found at www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm349552.htm?source=govdelivery.

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Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:17:02 CST
<![CDATA[ Saratoga Therapeutics, LLC Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk Components in Eba Multivitamin Supplement]]>The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services received information regarding a recall of

900 bottles of ebA Multivitamin Supplement because they may contain undeclared milk components -milk protein(s) and lactose.

The following lot numbers may be affected:

  • # 0912164 expiration date 12/12
  • # 1110354 expiration date 10/14

People with an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction and people who have lactose intolerance run the risk of gastrointestinal symptoms if they consume ebA Multivitamin Supplement.

ebA Multivitamin Supplement was distributed nationwide and in Australia, Canada, Costa Rica, England, Finland, Ireland, Malaysia, Switzerland, and Tasmania. The product reached consumers by mail order, fax order, internet sales and doctors' office sales. The vitamins are packaged in a white plastic bottle with white, green and blue labeling. The expiration date is listed beneath the Warning section on the label. The label erroneously lists the product as being free of milk components.

The full recall can be found at www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm349619.htm?source=govdelivery.

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Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:12:50 CST
<![CDATA[ LifeScan, Inc., OneTouch Verio IQ Blood Glucose Meter]]>The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services received information regarding a recall of OneTouch Verio IQ Blood Glucose Meters distributed from December 14, 2011 through March 7, 2013.

The One-Touch Verio IQ meters are being recalled because of the failure to provide a warning at extremely high blood glucose levels. The One-Touch Verio IQ meter will shut off and revert to "set up mode" at glucose values above 1023 mg/dL instead of displaying EXTREME HIGH GLUCOSE.

At extremely high blood glucose levels of 1024 mg/dL and above, the OneTouch Verio IQ Meter will turn off instead of displaying the message "EXTREME HIGH GLUCOSE above 600 mg/dL" as intended. When turned back on, the meter enters the "Set-Up" mode and requires the user to confirm the date and time settings before being able to test again. However, if the glucose level is still measuring 1024 mg/dL or above when testing, the meter will shut down again.

Because diagnosis and treatment of extreme hyperglycemia may be delayed or incorrect treatment may be given, serious adverse health consequences, including death may occur.

The full recall can be found at www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ListofRecalls/ucm349127.htm.

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Fri, 26 Apr 2013 08:12:13 CST
<![CDATA[ Abbott Recalls FreeStyle lnsulinx® Blood Glucose Meters in the United States]]>The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services received information regarding a recall of FreeStyle lnsulinx® Blood Glucose Meters in the United States.

The company has determined that at extremely high blood glucose levels of 1024 mg/dL and above, the FreeStyle lnsulinx Meter will display and store in memory an incorrect test result that is 1024 mg/dL below the measured result. For example, at a blood glucose value of 1066 mg/dL, the meter will display and store a value of 42 mg/dL (1066 mg/dL - 1024 mg/dL = 42 mg/dL). No other Abbott blood glucose meters are impacted by this issue.

Blood glucose levels at 1024 mg/dL and above are very rare. However, if high blood glucose levels of 1024 mg/dL and above do occur, they are a serious health risk and require immediate medical attention. As the FreeStyle lnsulinx Meter can display an inaccurate low result at a blood glucose level above 1024 mg/dL, there may be a delay in the identification and treatment of severe hyperglycemia, or incorrect treatment may be given. This could lead to serious injury or death.

The full recall can be found at www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm348391.htm?source=govdelivery.

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Wed, 17 Apr 2013 16:50:20 CST