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Similac Infant Formula Products Recalled: Amid Bug Fears

Drugmaker Abbott Laboratories said Wednesday it is recalling millions of containers of its best-selling Similac infant formula that may be contaminated with insect parts. The voluntary action affects up to 5 million Similac-brand powder formulas sold in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Guam and some Caribbean countries. The company said the products may contain a small beetle or larvae, which could cause stomach ache and digestion problems. The recall does not affect any liquid formulas or other Abbott-brand products. Abbott uncovered the insects last week in one section of a Michigan manufacturing plant. They immediately shut down that one area and instantly began an investigation.

The company has set up a website and consumer hot line at (800) 986-8850. Consumers can enter the lot number on their containers online to determine if they are subject to the recall. The products should be returned to Abbott for a full refund. The affected products were sold in plastic containers and various can sizes, including 8-ounce, 12.4-ounce and 12.9-ounce.

I am a big advocate for everything involved with child safety. Infant formula is supposed to help ones child out, not cause stomach aches and digestion problems. Information and commentary has been provided by Child Injury Lawyer Mark A. Anderson.