Medications & Supplements/Veterinary Medicines

Purina Mills Inc: Impact Starter Complete Beef Cattle Feed Recalled for Excessive Potency

Agency Publication Date: January 17, 2003

Summary

Purina Mills Inc has recalled 13,215 pounds of bulk feed and 160 bags (50 lbs each) of Purina Impact Starter Complete WC CTSM 77 Medicated 32W6 beef cattle feed. The feed is being recalled because it was found to be superpotent, meaning it contains levels of chlortetracycline and sulfamethazine that exceed the intended formulation. This medicated weaning ration was distributed specifically to dealers in Missouri and Illinois.

Risk

Superpotent complete feed contains excessively high levels of active medications, which can lead to adverse health effects in cattle or potential residue issues in meat if consumed at these incorrect concentrations.

What You Should Do

Check your records or feed storage for 'Purina Impact Starter Complete WC CTSM 77 Medicated 32W6' in either bulk form or 50-lb. bags.
Verify the product is labeled as a complete weaning ration for beef cattle only, with 'Purina Mills, LLC, St. Louis, MO' listed as the responsible firm.
Immediately stop feeding this specific product to your livestock to prevent potential health risks or drug residue issues.
Contact your local Purina dealer in Missouri or Illinois where the feed was purchased to arrange for a return or exchange of the affected product.
Consult with a veterinarian if your cattle have consumed this feed and show any unusual symptoms or health changes.
For further information or questions regarding this recall, contact the FDA at 1-888-463-6332.

Your Remedy Options

Full Refund

Return to dealer for refund or replacement

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

Affected Products

Product: Purina Impact Starter Complete WC CTSM 77 Medicated 32W6 (Bulk)

Model:

V-173-3

Lot Numbers:

32W6

Product: Purina Impact Starter Complete WC CTSM 77 Medicated 32W6 (50-lb. bag)

Model:

V-173-3

Lot Numbers:

32W6

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Event ID: 25058

Status: Resolved

Manufacturer: Purina Mills Inc

Sold By: Purina dealers

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: 13,215 lbs. bulk & 160/50-lb. bags

Distributed To: Missouri, Illinois

Were You Affected by This Recall?

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Summary

What You Should Do

Check your records or feed storage for 'Purina Impact Starter Complete WC CTSM 77 Medicated 32W6' in either bulk form or 50-lb. bags.

Verify the product is labeled as a complete weaning ration for beef cattle only, with 'Purina Mills, LLC, St. Louis, MO' listed as the responsible firm.

Immediately stop feeding this specific product to your livestock to prevent potential health risks or drug residue issues.

Contact your local Purina dealer in Missouri or Illinois where the feed was purchased to arrange for a return or exchange of the affected product.

Consult with a veterinarian if your cattle have consumed this feed and show any unusual symptoms or health changes.

For further information or questions regarding this recall, contact the FDA at 1-888-463-6332.