Title: FDA Warning Issued for Nutramigen Hypoallergenic Infant Formula Due to Potential Bacterial Contamination
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[Guam News Factor] – The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently alerted consumers about potential bacterial contamination in Reckitt/Mead Johnson’s Nutramigen Hypoallergenic Powdered Infant Formula Products. The warning comes after the Israeli Ministry of Health reported the presence of Cronobacter sakazakii, a bacteria that can cause rare and potentially fatal infections in newborns, in exported formula batches.
The Nutramigen Hypoallergenic Powdered Infant Formula is specifically formulated for infants allergic to cow’s milk and is widely recognized as a hypoallergenic option. Despite no reported illnesses thus far, the manufacturers have voluntarily recalled a substantial total of 675,030 cans of the affected formula, which have been distributed domestically in the US and exported to various countries.
Reckitt/Mead Johnson asserts that their extensive testing procedures have shown no evidence of Cronobacter contamination in the recalled product. However, in light of the recall, the FDA urges consumers to carefully check the batch codes and “Use By Date” printed on their Nutramigen Hypoallergenic Infant Formula Powder cans. Any cans exhibiting matching codes should be discarded as a precautionary measure.
The FDA also advises consumers who depend on this formula to consult their healthcare providers for suitable alternative options, as there are multiple alternative infant formulas available in the market.
It is worth noting that the FDA does not expect this voluntary recall to significantly affect the overall supply of infant formula, despite Cronobacter being associated with a national formula shortage in 2022.
In response to the positive test result from the Israeli border, the FDA initiated a comprehensive inspection of Reckitt/Mead Johnson Nutrition’s Zeeland facility starting from December 18. Thus far, all testing conducted during the inspection has come back negative for Cronobacter contamination.
While there have been no reported illnesses linked to the Nutramigen formula, the FDA’s warning serves as a preemptive action to ensure the safety and well-being of infants using this product. The agency continues to monitor the situation closely and urges both healthcare providers and consumers to remain vigilant.
For further updates and information, consumers can visit the FDA’s official website or contact Reckitt/Mead Johnson directly.
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