Severity
Low
LowClass IIITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported September 25, 2013
Benefiber, Fiber Supplement, 72ct and 114 caplet bottles. Novartis Consumer Health, Inc, Parsippany, NJ.
The lot number and/or expiration date may be illegible on the outer plastic bottle packaging.
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Novartis Consumer Health recalled Benefiber, Fiber Supplement, 72ct and 114 caplet bottles. Novartis Consumer Health, Inc, … - a low-severity action.
Benefiber, Fiber Supplement, 72ct and 114 caplet bottles. Novartis Consumer Health, Inc, … was recalled by Novartis Consumer Health in September 25, 2013. Reason: The lot number and/or expiration date may be illegible on the outer plastic bottle packaging.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-1905-2013 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
Novartis Consumer Health issued this low-severity FDA Food recall-The lot number and/or expiration date may be illegible on the outer plastic bottle packaging..
- Low
- severity level
- 504K units
- affected scope
- Class III
- classification
- September 25, 2013
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-1905-2013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-1905-2013) was formally reported on September 25, 2013, with the manufacturer initiating the action on August 6, 2013. It is classified under Low severity (Class III), with a current status of Terminated. Novartis Consumer Health is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Lincoln, NE. Federal records list the affected scope as 504,456 units, a scale large enough to require multi-state distribution tracking.
The documented reason for this recall is: The lot number and/or expiration date may be illegible on the outer plastic bottle packaging. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Distribution was made nationwide.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Children & Baby Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,731 children & baby products recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified low severity.
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Affected scope
504,456 units
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
Benefiber, Fiber Supplement, 72ct and 114 caplet bottles. Novartis Consumer Health, Inc, Parsippany, NJ.
Reason for recall
The lot number and/or expiration date may be illegible on the outer plastic bottle packaging.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Low (Class III) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-1905-2013 |
| Date reported | September 25, 2013 |
| Date initiated | August 6, 2013 |
| Recalling firm | Novartis Consumer Health |
| Firm location | Lincoln, NE |
| Affected scope | 504,456 units |
| Distribution | Distribution was made nationwide. |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What to do with this recall
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
- Check the recall number (F-1905-2013) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official FDA Food record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Benefiber, Fiber Supplement, 72ct and 114 caplet bottles. Novartis Consumer Health, Inc, Parsippany, NJ.. Recalled by Novartis Consumer Health. Units affected: 504,456 units.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The lot number and/or expiration date may be illegible on the outer plastic bottle packaging.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on September 25, 2013. Severity: Low. Recall number: F-1905-2013.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Distribution was made nationwide..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-1905-2013) against your product. Visit the official FDA Food website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
What are the health risks of consuming a recalled food product? ▼
Recalled food products may contain contaminants, undeclared allergens, or harmful bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, or E. coli. Consuming these products can cause foodborne illness ranging from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to serious conditions requiring hospitalization. If you have consumed a recalled food product and experience symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and report to the FDA via MedWatch.
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