Virbac AH, Inc: C.E.T. AquaDent Water Additive Recalled for Manufacturing Deficiencies

Agency Publication Date: November 12, 2015

Summary

Virbac AH, Inc. is recalling approximately 89,336 units of C.E.T. AquaDent Drinking Water Additive for pets. The product is being recalled because a raw material used during the manufacturing process did not meet the required pharmaceutical standards (USP or NF grade). The affected products were sold in 500 ml bottles and 10 ml foil packets nationwide and in international markets.

Risk

The use of non-conforming raw materials represents a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) deficiency, which means the safety and quality of the product cannot be guaranteed for pet consumption. While no specific injuries were reported, using sub-standard materials in a pet health product can lead to unpredictable health outcomes for animals.

What You Should Do

Check your pet supplies for Virbac Animal Health C.E.T. AquaDent Drinking Water Additive in 500 ml (16.9 fl. oz.) plastic bottles or 2 tsp. / 10 ml foil packets.
Identify if your product is part of the recall by checking for the following lot numbers and expiration dates: lot 130668 (Exp. 5/2015), lot 130850 (Exp. 7/2015), lot 131074 (Exp. 8/2015), lot 131199 (Exp. 10/2015), lot 131306 (Exp. 10/2015), or lot 131472 (Exp. 12/2015).
Stop using the affected water additive immediately and do not provide it to your pets.
Contact your veterinarian or healthcare provider if your pet has consumed the recalled product and shows any signs of illness.
Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund and contact Virbac AH, Inc. at their Fort Worth, TX headquarters for further instructions.
For additional questions, you may contact the FDA's Center for Veterinary Medicine at 240-402-7002.

Your Remedy Options

Full Refund

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

How to: Contact your veterinarian for guidance regarding pet health. Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund and contact the manufacturer for further instructions.

Affected Products

Product: Virbac Animal Health C.E.T. AquaDent Drinking Water Additive (500 ml / 16.9 fl. oz.)

Model:

Recall #: V-071-2016

Lot Numbers:

130668 (Exp. 5/2015)

130850 (Exp. 7/2015)

131074 (Exp. 8/2015)

131199 (Exp. 10/2015)

131306 (Exp. 10/2015)

131472 (Exp. 12/2015)

Date Ranges: May 2015, July 2015, August 2015, October 2015, December 2015

Product: Virbac Animal Health C.E.T. AquaDent Drinking Water Additive (10 ml / 2 tsp. foil packets)

Model:

Recall #: V-071-2016

Lot Numbers:

130668 (Exp. 5/2015)

130850 (Exp. 7/2015)

131074 (Exp. 8/2015)

131199 (Exp. 10/2015)

131306 (Exp. 10/2015)

131472 (Exp. 12/2015)

Date Ranges: May 2015, July 2015, August 2015, October 2015, December 2015

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Event ID: 71186

Status: Resolved

Manufacturer: Virbac AH, Inc

Sold By: veterinary clinics; pet specialty retailers

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: 89336 units

Distributed To: Nationwide

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Summary

Risk

What You Should Do

Check your pet supplies for Virbac Animal Health C.E.T. AquaDent Drinking Water Additive in 500 ml (16.9 fl. oz.) plastic bottles or 2 tsp. / 10 ml foil packets.

Identify if your product is part of the recall by checking for the following lot numbers and expiration dates: lot 130668 (Exp. 5/2015), lot 130850 (Exp. 7/2015), lot 131074 (Exp. 8/2015), lot 131199 (Exp. 10/2015), lot 131306 (Exp. 10/2015), or lot 131472 (Exp. 12/2015).

Stop using the affected water additive immediately and do not provide it to your pets.

Contact your veterinarian or healthcare provider if your pet has consumed the recalled product and shows any signs of illness.

Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund and contact Virbac AH, Inc. at their Fort Worth, TX headquarters for further instructions.

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

Your Remedy Options

Full Refund

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

How to: Contact your veterinarian for guidance regarding pet health. Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund and contact the manufacturer for further instructions.

Affected Products

Product: Virbac Animal Health C.E.T. AquaDent Drinking Water Additive (500 ml / 16.9 fl. oz.)

Model:

Recall #: V-071-2016

Lot Numbers:

130668 (Exp. 5/2015)

130850 (Exp. 7/2015)

131074 (Exp. 8/2015)

131199 (Exp. 10/2015)

131306 (Exp. 10/2015)

131472 (Exp. 12/2015)

Date Ranges: May 2015, July 2015, August 2015, October 2015, December 2015

Product: Virbac Animal Health C.E.T. AquaDent Drinking Water Additive (10 ml / 2 tsp. foil packets)

Model:

Recall #: V-071-2016

Lot Numbers:

130668 (Exp. 5/2015)

130850 (Exp. 7/2015)

131074 (Exp. 8/2015)

131199 (Exp. 10/2015)

131306 (Exp. 10/2015)

131472 (Exp. 12/2015)

Date Ranges: May 2015, July 2015, August 2015, October 2015, December 2015