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Keep Kids, Pets Away From Skin Sprayed With Evamist
July 20. 2010
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says children and pets should not be exposed to Evamist, a drug for women that is sprayed on the skin to treat hot flashes caused by menopause.
The agency also wants consumers to take precautions to ensure that children and pets do not make contact with skin where Evamist has been sprayed.
Evamist contains the estrogen hormone estradiol. It is sprayed inside the forearm between the elbow and wrist.
FDA, which issued its warning on July 29, 2010, says it is reviewing reports of adverse events in children and pets who were inadvertently exposed to Evamist.
Adverse events reported in unintentionally exposed children include:
• premature puberty, nipple swelling, and breast development in girls
• breast enlargement in boys FDA has also received reports of inadvertent exposure in pets.
Pets
exposed to Evamist may exhibit signs such as mammary/nipple enlargement and vulvar swelling.
“Women using Evamist need to be aware of the potential risks to children who come in contact with the area of skin where this drug is applied,” says Julie Beitz, M.D., a director of drug
evaluation with FDA. “It is important that people know to keep both children and pets away from the product to minimize exposure.”
Advice for Consumers
FDA recommends that women
using Evamist
• not allow children to come
in contact with the area of
the arm where Evamist was
sprayed
• not allow pets to lick
or touch the arm where
Evamist was sprayed. Small
pets may be especially
sensitive to the estrogen
in Evamist. Contact a
veterinarian if your pet
shows signs of nipple and/or
vulvar enlargement, or any
other sign of illness
• wear a garment that covers
the arm where Evamist was
sprayed if they know they
cannot keep a child or pet
from making contact with it
• talk with their health
care professional if they have
questions about the possibility of
exposing a child to Evamist
• read the patient package insert
when picking up a prescription
for Evamist
If Contact Occurs
If a child comes in contact with the
part of the arm where Evamist was
sprayed, FDA recommends
• washing the child’s skin with soap
and water as soon as possible
• contacting the child’s health care
professional if the child begins to
have any of the following signs
or symptoms: nipple or breast
swelling or breast tenderness in
girls, or breast enlargement in
boys. Be sure to tell the health care
professional that the child may
have been exposed to Evamist
You can report any side effects
from the use of Evamist to
FDA’s
MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting
Program
• Online (www.fda.gov/MedWatch/)
• Regular Mail: Use postage-paid,
pre-addressed FDA form 3500
• Fax: 1-800-FDA-0178
• Phone: 1-800-332-1088
At this time, it is unknown whether
unintended exposure can occur with
other topical (applied to the skin)
estrogen products.
FDA continues to review adverse
event reports and evaluate ways to
reduce unintended exposures.
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United Pet Group Voluntarily Expands Recall of Nutritional Supplements For Dogs to Include Additional Tablet and Powdered-Form Products for Dogs and Cats Because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk
Consumers Contact:
(877) 399-5226
Media Contact:
Carey Phelps (770) 360-5292
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 2, 2010 – United Pet Group, Cincinnati, Ohio is voluntarily expanding its recent recall of its Pro-Pet Adult Daily Vitamin Supplement tablets for Dogs to include additional pet nutritional supplement products for dogs and cats due to possible Salmonella contamination. The list of recalled products is provided below. The Food and Drug Administration is aware of this recall.
The recalled products are sold nationally at various retailers. The products include various United Pet Group Pro-Pet and Excel branded products for dogs and cats, and certain other private label brands of the same products. All of the affected products are in tablet and powdered form. These products are being removed from retail stores and consumers should immediately stop feeding these supplements to their pets. The affected products are those with expiration dates that include and are between "01/2013" and "06/2013." Products with expiration dates earlier than 01/2013 or later than 06/2013 are not included in this recall. The expiration date can be found imprinted vertically on the right side of the product label.
Laboratory testing has revealed that some lots of some of these products may be contaminated with Salmonella. The company is recalling the additional products out of an abundance of caution.
Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.
People who handle these products can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with them or any surfaces exposed to these products. Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with the product should contact their healthcare providers.
Consumers who have purchased the affected products are urged to contact United Pet Group or the place of purchase for further direction.
Consumers may contact United Pet Group at 1-877-399-5226, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm EST.
TABLE OF RECALLED PRODUCTS
| Label Sku | UPC | Label Description | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| 353 | 825141273447 | Doctors Foster and Smith Brewers Yeast Mega-Tabs with Garlic and Essential Fatty Acids 180 Tablets | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| 5619 | 18065056191 | 5619 Nature's Miracle Pet Mess Easy Clean-up Net WT 12oz | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| 1152092 | 800443076576 | Petco Breath Tabs for Dogs Liver Flavor 50 TabletsPetco Breath Tabs for Dogs Liver Flavor 50 Tablets | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| 33805 | 825141059485 | Doctors foster and Smith Dis-Taste Small Dog Tablets 250 Tablets | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| 33806 | 825141008629 | Doctors Foster and Smith Ext Strength Dis-Taste Tablets 180 Tablets | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| 33807 | 825141063680 | Doctors Foster and Smith Ext Strength Dis-Taste Tablets 500 Tablets | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| 35908 | 825141095629 | Doctors Foster and Smith Fresh Breath Tablets for Dogs 100 Tablets | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| 36763 | 825141291250 | Doctors Foster and Smith Cran Health Support Normal Urinary Tract Health 60 Tablets | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| 673110 bottle 1094181 box |
800443037065 | Petco Ear Powder For Dogs 1oz (28g) Box Label | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| 72157 | 825141055043 | Doctors Foster and Smith Brewers Yeast Tablets for Dogs and Cats 750 Tablets | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| 9305 | 825141003921 | Doctors Foster and Smith Ear Powder Net WT 1oz (28g) | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| 9306 | 825141005154 | Doctors Foster and Smith Ear Powder Net WT 4oz (113g) | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| J707 | 26851007074 | Excel 3 in 1 Ear Powder Ear Care Net WT 1oz(28g) | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| J7110 | 26851071105 | Excel Glucosamine Joint Care 120 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| J7113 | 26851071136 | Excel Glucosamine with MSM Joint Care 120 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| J720 | 26851007203 | Excel Deter Coprophagia Treatment Behavioral Aid 60 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| J724 | 26851007241 | Excel Deter Coprophagia Treatment Behavioral Aid 500 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| J7311 | 26851073116 | Excel Gas Preventative Digestive Aid Digestive Care 60 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| J7315 | 26851073154 | Excel Calm-Quil Calming Tablets Behavior Aid 60 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| J74016 | 26851074014 | DDS Dental Breath Mints Breath Control 40 Tablets | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| K1723 | 26851017233 | DDS Dental Breath Tabs Breath Control 200 Tablets | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| K1775 | 26851017752 | Pro-Pet Brewers Yeast Daily Supplement 250 Chew Tablets | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| K701 | 26851007012 | Excel Calcium Daily Supplement 125 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| K746 | 26851007463 | Excel Calcium Daily Supplement 500 Tasty Chew tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| K776/PR | 26851007760 | PR Excel Brewers Yeast with Garlic Skin and Coat 150 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| K777/1 | 26851007777 | Excel Brewers Yeast with Garlic Skin and Coat Care 600 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| K778 | 26851007784 | Excel Brewers Yeast with Garlic Skin and Coat Care 1000 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| K785 | 26851007852 | Excel Brewers Yeast with Garlic Skin and Coat Care Mega Tabs 216 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| N1701 | 26851017011 | Pro-Pet Senior Daily Vitamin Supplement 100 Tasty Tablets | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| N700TR | 26851007005 | Excel Pupply Multi Vitamin 100 Tasty Chew Tabs Time Release | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| N7301 | 26851073017 | Excel Small Breed Multi Vitamin 45 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| N7309 | 26851073093 | Excel Lutein Vision Maintenance Eye Care 60 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| N845TR | 26851008453 | Excel Adult Multi Vitamin 60 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| P-78030 | 26851780304 | Excel Advantage Adult Multi Vitamin 60 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| P-78031 | 26851780311 | Excel Advantage Puppy Multi Vitamin 60 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| P-78032 | 26851780328 | Excel Advantage Senior Multi Vitamin 60 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| P-78033 | 26851780335 | Excel Advantage Skin and Coat Essentials 60 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| P-78034 | 26851780342 | Excel Advantage Glucosamine Plus 60 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| P-78035 | 26851780359 | Excel Advantage Glucosamine Advanced Strength 60 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| P-78065 | 26851780656 | Excel Adult Multivitamin 120 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| P-78066 | 26851780663 | Excel Senior Multi Vitamin 120 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| P-82530 | 26851825302 | Pro-Pet Glucosamine Joint Care 60 Chew Tablets | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| P-82531 | 26851825319 | Pro-Pet Stool-Eating Preventative(Corprophagia Treatment) 60 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| P-82534 | 26851825340 | Pro-Pet Anti-Stress Calming Tabs 60 Chew Tablets | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| P-82562 | 26851825623 | Pro-Pet Glucosamine Plus Joint Care 100 Chew Tablets | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| P-82618 | 26851826187 | Pro-Pet Breath Tabs 40 Tablets | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| P-82619 | 26851826194 | Pro-Pet Breath Mints 200 Tablets | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| P-82654 | 26851826545 | Pro-Pet Gas Relief Digestive Aid 40 Chew Tablets | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| P-82656 | 26851826569 | Pro-Pet Glucosamine Advanced Joint Powder Net WT 10oz(283g) | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| P-82658 | 26851826583 | Pro-Pet Daily Vitamin Supplement Powder Net WT 10oz (283g) | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| P-83062 | 26851830627 | Pro-Pet Puppy and Small Breed Daily Vitamin Supplement 100 Chew Tablets | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| P-83065 | 26851830658 | Pro-Pet Glucosamine Advanced Joint Care 60 Chew Tablets | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| P-N78012 | 26851780120 | Excel Joint Ensure Moderate Care 60 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| P-N78013 | 26851780137 | Excel Joint Ensure Advanced Care 60 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
| P-N78014 | 26851780144 | Excel Flare-Away Joint Tabs 60 Tasty Chew Tabs | EXP 01/13 thru 06/13 |
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