Equate Fiber Therapy (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
Equate Fiber Therapy, 100% Natural Psyllium Husk Fiber, Fiber Laxative/Fiber Supplement, 160 capsules per bottle, Distributed by: Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., Bentonville, AR 72716, NDC 68163-119-60, UPC 6-81131-77922-7.
Brand
Raritan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Item Number: 4091097, Lots 15952, 16271, 16274, 16425, Exp 06/15, 16434, 16435, 16436, 16459, 16461, 16462, 16465, Exp 07/15
Products Sold
Item Number: 4091097; Lots 15952, 16271, 16274, 16425, Exp 06/15; 16434, 16435, 16436, 16459, 16461, 16462,16465, Exp 07/15
Raritan Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is recalling Equate Fiber Therapy, 100% Natural Psyllium Husk Fiber, Fiber Laxative/Fiber Supplement, 160 capsule 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