Virbac AH, Inc: CopperSafe Fish Medication Recalled for Unusual Organoleptic Properties

Agency Publication Date: January 26, 2007

Summary

Virbac AH, Inc. is recalling 324 one-gallon containers of CopperSafe medication, a treatment designed for external parasites like Ick and Velvet in ornamental fish. The recall was initiated because testing revealed the product has unusual organoleptic properties, meaning its physical characteristics like smell, color, or appearance do not meet quality standards. These containers were distributed across nine states including California, Ohio, Michigan, New Jersey, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Texas, and New York.

Risk

The unusual physical properties of the medication may indicate a chemical instability or contamination that could potentially harm ornamental fish or fail to treat the parasites effectively. While no specific fish deaths or injuries were reported, the deviation from standard product specifications poses an uncertain risk to the health of the aquatic environment.

What You Should Do

Identify if you have the affected product by checking for 1-gallon containers of CopperSafe medication for Ick, Velvet, and other external parasites manufactured by Virbac AH, Inc., Consumer Brands Division.
Verify if your product is part of the recall by looking for Recall Number V-010-2007 on any documentation or packaging if available.
Immediately stop using the medication in your fish tanks or ornamental ponds to avoid potential harm to your aquatic life.
Contact your veterinarian, animal health professional, or the retailer where you purchased the product for guidance on its safety and effectiveness.
Return any unused one-gallon containers to the place of purchase for a refund and contact Virbac AH, Inc. at their Fort Worth, Texas location for further instructions.
For additional questions or to report concerns, contact the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at 240-402-7002.

Your Remedy Options

Full Refund

Contact healthcare provider and return product for refund.

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

Affected Products

Product: CopperSafe medication for Ick, Velvet, and other external Parasites (1 gallon)

Model:

V-010-2007

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Event ID: 37114

Status: Resolved

Manufacturer: Virbac AH, Inc

Sold By: specialty retailers; pet stores

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: 324 one-gallon containers

Distributed To: California, Ohio, Michigan, New Jersey, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Texas, New York

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Summary

Risk

What You Should Do

Identify if you have the affected product by checking for 1-gallon containers of CopperSafe medication for Ick, Velvet, and other external parasites manufactured by Virbac AH, Inc., Consumer Brands Division.

Verify if your product is part of the recall by looking for Recall Number V-010-2007 on any documentation or packaging if available.

Immediately stop using the medication in your fish tanks or ornamental ponds to avoid potential harm to your aquatic life.

Contact your veterinarian, animal health professional, or the retailer where you purchased the product for guidance on its safety and effectiveness.

Return any unused one-gallon containers to the place of purchase for a refund and contact Virbac AH, Inc. at their Fort Worth, Texas location for further instructions.

For additional questions or to report concerns, contact the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at 240-402-7002.