Baby formula recall: Some Similac, Pedialyte Electrolyte Solution could be improperly sealed

Baby formula recall: Some Similac, Pedialyte Electrolyte Solution could be improperly sealed

Abbott is recalling several brands of baby formula due to the possibility they were improperly sealed.

The recall covers certain lots of 2 fluid ounce bottles of Ready-to-Feed liquid products for infants and children, including  brands Similac Pro-Total Comfort, Similac 360 Total Care, Similac 360 Total Care Sensitive, Similac Special Care 24, Similac Stage 1, Similac NeoSure, Similac Water (Sterilized) and Pedialyte Electrolyte Solution. The products included in the recall were manufactured at our Columbus, Ohio, manufacturing facility.

The products included in the recall were manufactured at Abbott’s Columbus, Ohio, facility. No powdered or other liquid formula are included in the recall.

The recall is not expected to have a major impact on supplies as seen earlier in the year when formula shortages left parents scrambling for product.

“These products are being recalled because a small percentage of bottles (less than 1%) in the recalled lots have bottle caps that may not have sealed completely, which could result in spoilage. If spoiled product is consumed, gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea and vomiting may occur,” Abbott said in a statement.

Abbott continues to produce Similac for hospitals and healthcare providers from a different production line and alternate sizes and formats are being delivered to retail locations.

What parents should do

If a product is included in the recall, do not use the product, Abbott advised. To identify if your product is included, visit similacrecall.com to view a list of impacted lot numbers or use the lot number checker on the webpage.

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