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American Regent Recalls Specific Lots of Concentrated Sodium Chloride Injection Due to Particulates
This recall was initiated because some of the vials of these lots may contain visible particulates. Potential adverse events after intravenous administration of solutions containing particulates may include disruption of blood flow within small blood vessels in the lung, localized inflammation (swelling and redness due to accumulation of inflammatory cells), and granuloma formation.
American Regent Recalls Specific Lots of Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Injection Due to Particulates
American Regent is conducting a nationwide voluntary recall of specific Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Injections.
Jones Natural Chews Recalls Pig Ears Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination
Jones Natural Chews Co of Rockford, IL is recalling 2705 boxes of Pig Ears because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
OVMEB Votes to Rescind Proposed Changes to Rules Regarding Exams, Vaccines & VCPRs
At its July 23rd meeting, the OVMEB voted to rescind the proposed rule changes regarding exams and vaccines. The current rules remain in effect.
Recall of Wellness® Canned Cat Food: Possible Thiamine Deficiency
WellPet LLC has voluntarily recalled certain lots of Wellness® canned cat food due to the possibility that they contain less than adequate levels of thiamine (Vitamin B1).
American Regent Recalls One Lot of Potassium Phosphates Injection Due to Particulate Contamination
American Regent is recalling one lot of Potassium Phosphates Injection, USP, 15 mM/5 mL Phosphorus; 22 mEq/5 mL Potassium, 5 mL Single Dose Vial.
American Regent Recalls One Lot of Sodium Thiosulfate Injection Due to Particulates
American Regent is recalling One Lot of Sodium Thiosulfate Injection, USP, 10% (100 mg/mL), 10 mL Single Dose Vial due to particulate contamination.
FDA Announces Upcoming Shortage of Vetsulin for Dogs and Cats in the Critical Need Program
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced today an anticipated shortage of Vetsulin (porcine insulin zinc suspension), a product used to treat diabetes mellitus in dogs and cats. Vetsulin is manufactured by Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health and is only available to animals currently enrolled in the Vetsulin Critical Need Program.
Family Farm Complete Horse 10 Horse Feed Recalled Due to Possible Monensin Sodium Contamination
Manna Pro Products, LLC is voluntarily recalling a single lot (1006) of Family Farm Complete Horse 10 horse feed, UPC 0 95668 90151 6, packaged in 40 lb. bags because it may contain monensin sodium (Rumensin). Monensin sodium is a medication approved for use in some livestock and poultry species, but can be fatal to horses if fed at sufficiently high levels.
Merrick Pet Care Recalls Jr. Texas Taffy Pet Treats Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination
Merrick Pet Care, Inc. of Amarillo, Texas is recalling the Jr. Texas Taffy pet treat (ITEM # 27077, UPC # 02280827077, All Lots up to and including 10364) because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
