Walgreens Probiotic 12.5 Billion Active Cultures, 30 capsules; Dietary Supplement. Probiotic Blend 12.5 Billion CFU's L. rhamnosus HN001, L acidophilus La-14, L reuteri L.RE02. Other ingredients: Cellulose, Gelatin, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source)/ Item Number: 981914 Product Number: WGNS 981914 UPC Code: 311917191119 product contains L. acidophilus La-5 strain instead of L. acidophilus La-14 strain as stated on the label. Distributed by Walgreen Co, Deerfield, IL
Recalled by Merical, LLC on Mar 19, 2019
Recall Summary
Merical, LLC recalled Walgreens Probiotic 12.5 Billion Active Cultures, 30 capsules in a Class III action, the FDA tier used when a product is unlikely to cause adverse health effects, typically for labeling or minor regulatory issues on Mar 19, 2019.
The FDA-published reason for this recall is: "Incorrect probiotic strain used in formulation which did not match product labeling."
Distribution was broad: the FDA record describes it as "One customer in IL and then to retail stores nationwide," which places this among the wider-reach recalls on the site. Consumers across the affected area should check product on hand. The recalling firm is based in Orange, CA. The recall covers 323 Packaged Cases of product. The FDA has Terminated this recall (first reported Apr 17, 2019), its final lifecycle state, indicating the agency considers the corrective action resolved. The historical record remains useful for tracking a brand's recall pattern over time.
Reason for Recall
Incorrect probiotic strain used in formulation which did not match product labeling.
Product Description
Walgreens Probiotic 12.5 Billion Active Cultures, 30 capsules; Dietary Supplement. Probiotic Blend 12.5 Billion CFU's L. rhamnosus HN001, L acidophilus La-14, L reuteri L.RE02. Other ingredients: Cellulose, Gelatin, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source)/ Item Number: 981914 Product Number: WGNS 981914 UPC Code: 311917191119 product contains L. acidophilus La-5 strain instead of L. acidophilus La-14 strain as stated on the label. Distributed by Walgreen Co, Deerfield, IL
Distribution
One customer in IL and then to retail stores nationwide.
What Should You Do?
- 1.Check your kitchen for this product immediately.
- 2.Do not consume the recalled product.
- 3.Return the product to where you bought it for a full refund, or throw it away.
- 4.If you have experienced any health issues, contact your healthcare provider.
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