Question 1

Is VetLife Encore Estradiol, each silicone rubber implant  contains 43.9 mg estradiol and is coated with not less than 0.5 mg of oxytetracycline powder as a local antibacterial.  20 implants are contained inside of one cartridge, 5 cartridges are contained in one box (100 implants per box). This product is sold by the box.  The product is an OTC, 400 day controlled-release implant for subcutaneous ear implantation in steers and heifers only, Product #AH0347, NADA 118-123, Manufactured for VetLife b recalled?

Accepted Answer

Ivy Animal Health Inc. is voluntarily recalling 28,300 VetLife Encore Estradiol implants (283 boxes of 100-count each) as a precautionary measure. The recall was initiated due to concerns regarding an ingredient sourced from an approved supplier. These products are controlled-release implants intended for use in steers and heifers and were distributed to four distributors in California, Iowa, Kansas, and Indiana.

Question 2

What should I do?

Accepted Answer

Identify if you have the affected product by checking the packaging for Product #AH0347 and NADA 118-123. The product is VetLife Encore Estradiol, a silicone rubber implant coated with oxytetracycline powder, sold in boxes containing 5 cartridges of 20 implants each (100 implants total per box). Check your inventory for any remaining units from the 28,300 implants (283 boxes) included in this recall event (Recall #V-100-2011). Immediately stop using the affected implants and quarantine any remaining stock to prevent further administration to livestock. Contact your veterinarian or pharmacist to discuss the recall and seek guidance on alternative implant options for your steers or heifers. Contact the manufacturer, Ivy Animal Health Inc., at their Overland Park, Kansas location or your original distributor for specific instructions on returning any unused boxes for a refund. For additional questions or to report adverse events, contact the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine at 1-888-FDA-VETS.

Question 3

How do I get a refund or replacement?

Accepted Answer

Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance. Return any unused product to the pharmacy for a refund

Ivy Animal Health Inc.: VetLife Encore Estradiol Implants Recalled Over Ingredient Precaution

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