Ferrous Sulfate Liquid (Rugby) – voluntary recall (2017)
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
Rugby Ferrous Sulfate Liquid One Pint, (473 mL)
Brand
The Harvard Drug Group
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Rugby Ferrous Sulfate Liquid, One Pint (473 mL), UPC Number:0 05360 65085 8, All Unexpired Lots
Products Sold
Rugby Ferrous Sulfate Liquid,One Pint (473 mL), UPC Number:0 05360 65085 8, All Unexpired Lots
The Harvard Drug Group is recalling Rugby Ferrous Sulfate Liquid One Pint, (473 mL) due to The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby Laboratories are jointly initiating a voluntary recal. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
The distribution firms Leader Brand, Major Pharmaceuticals, and The Harvard Drug Group dba Rugby Laboratories are jointly initiating a voluntary recall of multiple supplements due to possible product contamination with B. cepacia, which may result in serious infections that could be life-threatening in patients with compromised immune systems and in patients with chronic lung conditions such as cystic fibrosis.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm 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 6, 2026