Pfizer Inc.: Albon (sulfadimethoxine) Boluses Recalled Due to Mold Contamination

Agency Publication Date: December 1, 2010

Summary

Pfizer Inc. has recalled 5,083 bottles of Albon (sulfadimethoxine) 5 g boluses, a veterinary medication used for animals, after receiving complaints that the product appeared moldy. Subsequent testing confirmed the presence of Penicillium citrinum mold in specific batches of the medication. This recall affects 50-count bottles distributed across the United States and Puerto Rico.

Risk

The presence of Penicillium citrinum mold in the medication can pose health risks to animals if ingested and may reduce the effectiveness of the treatment. While the risk level is currently categorized as low, using contaminated medication can lead to adverse reactions or secondary infections in treated animals.

What You Should Do

Check your supply of Albon (sulfadimethoxine) 5 g boluses for Lot number PF98016.
Verify if the bottle is a 50-count size with NADA number 31-715 and identifies Pfizer Animal Health as the distributor.
Immediately stop using any boluses from Lot PF98016 if they appear moldy or if you have a bottle from this specific batch.
Contact your veterinarian or pharmacist for guidance regarding your animal's health and to discuss alternative treatment options.
Return any unused product from the affected lot to the place of purchase for a refund and contact Pfizer Inc. at 212-733-2323 for further instructions.
For additional questions, contact the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine at 240-402-7002.

Your Remedy Options

Full Refund

Veterinary drug refund and guidance

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

Affected Products

Product: ALBON (sulfadimethoxine) Bolus 5 g (50-count bottle)

Model:

NADA #31-715

V-095-2011

Lot Numbers:

PF98016

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Event ID: 57255

Status: Resolved

Manufacturer: Pfizer Inc.

Sold By: Pfizer Animal Health

Manufactured In: India, United States

Units Affected: 5083 eaches (an each is considered a 50 count bottle)

Distributed To: Nationwide

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Summary

Risk

What You Should Do

Check your supply of Albon (sulfadimethoxine) 5 g boluses for Lot number PF98016.

Verify if the bottle is a 50-count size with NADA number 31-715 and identifies Pfizer Animal Health as the distributor.

Immediately stop using any boluses from Lot PF98016 if they appear moldy or if you have a bottle from this specific batch.

Contact your veterinarian or pharmacist for guidance regarding your animal's health and to discuss alternative treatment options.

Return any unused product from the affected lot to the place of purchase for a refund and contact Pfizer Inc. at 212-733-2323 for further instructions.

For additional questions, contact the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine at 240-402-7002.