La Administración de Alimentos y Medicamentos (FDA por sus siglas en inglés) les está advirtiendo a los consumidores que no usen productos comercializados como suplementos nutricionales que también afirman ser medicamentos antimicrobianos (antibióticos, antifúngicos o antivirales). Estos productos ilegales se promueven falsamente con afirmaciones de que curan enfermedades como infecciones del sistema respiratorio superior, sinusitis, pulmonía, bronquitis y resfrío común.
FDA: Don’t buy drugs marketed as antimicrobial dietary supplements
The FDA is warning consumers not to use products marketed as dietary supplements that also claim to be antimicrobial (antibiotic, antifungal or antiviral) drugs. These illegal products are falsely promoted with claims to treat illnesses such as upper respiratory infections, sinusitis, pneumonia, bronchitis and the common cold
FDA warns about counterfeit ExtenZe dietary supplements
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers about a counterfeit product represented as “ExtenZe,” which is the name of an authentic dietary supplement for male sexual enhancement.
FDA approves Victrelis for Hepatitis C
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Victrelis (boceprevir) to treat certain adults with chronic hepatitis C. Victrelis is used for patients who still have some liver function, and who either have not been previously treated with drug therapy for their hepatitis C or who have failed such treatment. Victrelis is approved for use in combination with peginterferon alfa and ribavirin.
CORRECTING and REPLACING Mann Packing Reissues and Expands Voluntary Recall of Party Trays and Snacks On The Go Items Containing Grape Tomatoes
Mann Packing is voluntarily recalling certain vegetable platters and Snacks on the Go product because the grape tomato ingredient may be contaminated with Salmonella. The product listed below, Mann’s Vegetable Platter WT 3.5 lbs*. was inadvertently omitted from the May 7, 2011 follow-up announcement.
Cinderella Sweets Issues Allergy Alert Passover Cookies with a Notation on the Packaging Stating “Egg Free”
A review of product labeling revealed a notation stating “egg free” on the products listed above when in fact the products contains egg. Although the ingredient statement clearly indicates egg in the contents, and eggs are identified in the Allergen statement (in bold type) it still poses a potential health hazard.
Phoenix Import & Distribution Announces Recall Of Pentrexyl Forte Natural
Phoenix Import & Distribution LLC is issuing a voluntary recall for PENTREXYL FORTE NATURAL because the packaging is believed to be misleading, causing It to be confused with an antibiotic.
FDA seeks permanent injunction against Tennessee food warehouses, owner
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today requested a permanent injunction against American Mercantile Corp., Ingredients Corporation of America, and Damon S. Arney, owner and president of the companies. The companies receive, process, manufacture, prepare, pack, label, hold, and distribute a wide variety of food products and ingredients, including spices, herbs, and sauces.
Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc. Announces Voluntary Regional Recall Of Entenmann’s Bagged Pop’ems Donuts And Bimbo 8 Pack Donitas Donuts Due To Off-Smell And Possible Mold Growth
Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc. is recalling the following Entenmann’s brand bagged Pop’Ems donuts and Bimbo brand 8 pack Donitas donuts sold in the following states because they may develop an uncharacteristic smell and become moldy within the product code. The products were manufactured in the same facility.
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Oberweis Dairy Issues Voluntary Allergen Alert on Undeclared Egg in Brownie Fudge Twirl Ice Cream Quarts
Oberweis Dairy, Inc. of North Aurora, Illinois is recalling quarts of Brownie Fudge Twirl Ice Cream because it may contain undeclared eggs. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
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