Enfamil brand Nutramigen A+ LGG Hypoallergenic (infant formula) recalled due to possible presence of Cronobacter sakazakii in USA, Canada, UK and Ireland. There are six batches of infant formula got recalled in the United States market and the same recalled in Canada, UK and Ireland market after Israel’s Ministry of Health found cronobacter contamination in formula made in a U.S. facility
U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) sent a letter to formula producer Reckitt/Mead Johnson demanding answers for parents and caregivers regarding the recent recall of Nutramigen Powder, a specialty infant formula for infants with allergies.The formula powder is suitable for babies with allergies to cow’s milk and was recalled because of an isolated overseas sample testing positive for the bacteria, according to Reckitt. Reckitt, a leading consumer goods company, has announced an expanded recall of Nutramigen LGG Stage 1 and Stage 2 Hypoallergenic Formula powders in the UK, Ireland, Canada, and the USA.The British-Dutch multinational consumer goods company has apologised for any inconvenience caused .Less than two years since a massive infant formula recall impacted families across the USA, The US senator, Casey is once again holding formula companies accountable so that parents are able to feed their children without fear of contaminated formula. This precautionary measure is taken due to the possible presence of Cronobacter sakazakii, a bacterium that poses health risks, especially to infants.
addressed to Susan Sholtis the President Nutrition for Reckitt, Casey asked the company five specific things, which are listed verbatim below:
What you should do
Consumers who purchased Nutramigen should check the bottom of the can to identify whether the batch number is affected.The manufacturers was issued a recall, thought to contain the potential presence of a type of bacteria called Cronobacter sakazakii – a germ that can be found naturally in the environment and may thrive in dry foods such as powdered infant formula, powdered milk, herbal teas, and starches. It can lead to fever, diarrhoea, and in severe cases may even cause sepsis or meningitis, including symptoms in infants ranging from poor feeding, irritability, temperature changes, and jaundice to abnormal breathing and movement.
Products with the batch codes listed above should be disposed of, according to the FDA. Consumers can contact Reckitt/Mead Johnson Nutrition for a total refund at 866-534-9986 or by email at consumer.relations@rb.com.
According to the FDA, parents with questions should consult with their pediatrician.
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland said: “Reckitt/Mead Johnson Nutrition are recalling the above batches of Nutramigen LGG Stage 1 & 2 as a precaution due to the possible presence of Cronobacter sakazakii. According FSAI a mandatory recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale. “Cronobacter sakazakii infections are rare but they can be serious for babies younger than 2 months or babies born prematurely or immunocompromised. “Illness usually starts with a fever and poor feeding, excessive crying, or very low energy.
Food contaminated with Cronobacter sakazakii may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick. Although Cronobacter sakazakii is not commonly linked to human illness, in rare cases it can cause serious or fatal infections. Cronobacter sakazakii can cause rare bloodstream and central nervous system infections and has been associated with severe intestinal infection (necrotizing enterocolitis) and blood poisoning (sepsis), especially in newborns.
If you have purchased or been prescribed any of the specified product batches, do not feed it to your baby and return it to the place of purchase.
For additional information, consumers can contact Reckitt at 01895 230575. If there are concerns about the baby’s health, seeking medical advice is recommended.
Source: https://www.food.gov.uk/news-alerts/alert/fsa-prin-01-2024