The makers of Similac baby formula, Abbott Laboratories Inc, is voluntarily keeping in mind a few of the lot numbers of their powdered varieties, since there is the 'very small possibility' that they may contain beetle larvae & small insect pest parts. Some beetles were found inside the spot of generation of 1 of the particular manufacturing facilities that will makes the powdered product. They avoid think there is any immediate wellness risk for children drinking this baby formula that may well be contaminated. Gastrointestinal symptoms are a few of the particular possible symptoms of eating recalled formula. The particular Similac recall contains lots of: * Similac powder products offered in plastic material containers, including 1. 38-lb, 1. 45-lb and 2. 12-lb containers * Similac formula product ranges offered in sizes such as 8-ounce, 12. 4-ounce and even 12. 9-ounce cups * Similac powder in 8-ounce sample cans that may have been provided in doctor's workplaces and hospitals The particular recall does not really affect the ready-to-feed or concentrated solution or any niche baby formulas, this sort of Similac Expert Care Alimentum or Similac Expert Care Neosure. As much as 5 million Similac-brand powder baby formulas that were sold in the U. S., Malograr Rico, Guam and some Caribbean countries might be affected by the particular recall. You will call Abbott's consumer hotline at (800) 986-8850. You can come back Recalled baby method to Abbott. Abbott states: If you fail to validate that your Similac variety hasn't already been recalled and an individual believe it is usually safe, you may well still want to order new container involving Similar powdered method, as long as the store has removed all the a lot of recalled formula already, then in the short term go for a small size powder (0. 6-oz singles), ready-to-feed, or concentrated Similac, or temporarily switch to another manufacturer of formula.
