Best Choice Health Care Psyllium Fiber (Raritan Pharmaceuticals) – C. difficile contamination (2012)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Best Choice Health Care, Psyllium Fiber Supplement, 100% natural Psyllium Fiber Laxative, 100 capsules per bottle, Proudly Distributed by: Valu Merchandisers, Co., Kansas City, KS 06106, UPC 0-70038-63439-3
Brand
Raritan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot 16273, Exp 06/15
Products Sold
Lot 16273, Exp 06/15
Raritan Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is recalling Best Choice Health Care, Psyllium Fiber Supplement, 100% natural Psyllium Fiber Laxative, 100 capsul due to Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: Product is being recalled due to possible microbial contamination by C. difficile discovered in the r. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA drug enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: Product is being recalled due to possible microbial contamination by C. difficile discovered in the raw material.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm, their healthcare provider, or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 7, 2026