Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Food recall · Reported September 20, 2017
Rugby D 3 Vitamin Liquid, 400 IUI/1 mL, 1 and 2/3 oz., 50 mL
The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby Laboratories are jointly initiating a voluntary recall of multiple supplements due…
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The Harvard Drug Group recalled Rugby D 3 Vitamin Liquid, 400 IUI/1 mL, 1 and 2/3 oz., 50 mL - a moderate-severity action.
Rugby D 3 Vitamin Liquid, 400 IUI/1 mL, 1 and 2/3 oz., 50 mL was recalled by The Harvard Drug Group in September 20, 2017. Reason: The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby Laboratories…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #F-3517-2017 with the FDA Food before acting.
The recall
The Harvard Drug Group issued this moderate-severity FDA Food recall — The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby Laboratories….
- Moderate
- severity level
- 106K units
- affected scope
- Class II
- classification
- September 20, 2017
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Food enforcement records. Verify recall #F-3517-2017 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Food action (record #F-3517-2017) was formally reported on September 20, 2017, with the manufacturer initiating the action on August 2, 2017. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. The Harvard Drug Group is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Livonia, MI. Federal records list the affected scope as 105,628 units, a scale large enough to require multi-state distribution tracking.
The documented reason for this recall is: The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby Laboratories are jointly initiating a voluntary recall of multiple supplements due to possible product contamination with … Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Domestic: Nationwide to USA Foreign: None VA/DOD: VA CMOP CHARLESTON 3725 RIVERS AVE N. CHARLESTON SC 29405-7038, Ph. 303-339-4305. 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, 1 from FDA Food — 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.
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Where this recall sits in the database
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Affected scope
105,628 units
Related Recalls
6
1 from same agency
Product description
Rugby D 3 Vitamin Liquid, 400 IUI/1 mL, 1 and 2/3 oz., 50 mL
Reason for recall
The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby Laboratories are jointly initiating a voluntary recall of multiple supplements due to possible product contamination with B. cepacia, which may result in serious infections that could be life-threatening in patients with compromised immune systems and in patients with chronic lung conditions such as cystic fibrosis.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | F-3517-2017 |
| Date reported | September 20, 2017 |
| Date initiated | August 2, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | The Harvard Drug Group |
| Firm location | Livonia, MI |
| Affected scope | 105,628 units |
| Distribution | Domestic: Nationwide to USA Foreign: None VA/DOD: VA CMOP CHARLESTON 3725 RIVERS AVE N. CHARLESTON SC 29405-7038, Ph. 303-339-4305 |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Food enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Rugby D 3 Vitamin Liquid, 400 IUI/1 mL, 1 and 2/3 oz., 50 mL. Recalled by The Harvard Drug Group. Units affected: 105,628 units.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby Laboratories are jointly initiating a voluntary recall of multiple supplements due to possible product contamination with B. cepacia, which may result in serious infections that could be life-threatening in patients with compromised immune systems and in patients with chronic lung conditions such as cystic fibrosis.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Food on September 20, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: F-3517-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Domestic: Nationwide to USA Foreign: None VA/DOD: VA CMOP CHARLESTON 3725 RIVERS AVE N. CHARLESTON SC 29405-7038, Ph. 303-339-4305.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (F-3517-2017) 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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Data Sources
Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Food, reported September 20, 2017.
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