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FDA Drug Moderate Class II Terminated

Equate Fiber Therapy, 100% Natural Psyllium Husk Fiber, Fiber Laxative/Fiber Supplement, 160 capsules per bottle, Distributed by: Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., Bentonville, AR 72716, NDC 68163-119-60, UPC 6-81131-77922-7.

Reported: October 31, 2012 Initiated: September 4, 2012 #D-023-2013

Product Description

Equate Fiber Therapy, 100% Natural Psyllium Husk Fiber, Fiber Laxative/Fiber Supplement, 160 capsules per bottle, Distributed by: Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., Bentonville, AR 72716, NDC 68163-119-60, UPC 6-81131-77922-7.

Reason for Recall

Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: Product is being recalled due to possible microbial contamination by C. difficile discovered in the raw material.

Details

Units Affected
183,141 bottles
Distribution
Nationwide
Location
East Brunswick, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Equate Fiber Therapy, 100% Natural Psyllium Husk Fiber, Fiber Laxative/Fiber Supplement, 160 capsules per bottle, Distributed by: Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., Bentonville, AR 72716, NDC 68163-119-60, UPC 6-81131-77922-7.. Recalled by Raritan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.. Units affected: 183,141 bottles.
Why was this product recalled?
Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: Product is being recalled due to possible microbial contamination by C. difficile discovered in the raw material.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on October 31, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-023-2013.