A recall has been issued for a baby formula product distributed to H-E-B and CVS stores in 12 states due to elevated levels of vitamin D, which can pose health risks for vulnerable infants. Perrigo Company voluntarily recalled three lots, totaling 16,500 cans, of its Premium Infant Formula with Iron Milk-Based Powder. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration posted a notice about the recall.
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
The affected product was distributed to H-E-B stores in Texas starting February 2 and to CVS stores in several states starting February 6. For H-E-B, the recalled formula has the lot codes T11LMXC with a use-by date of November 11, 2025, and T09LMXC with a use-by date of November 9, 2025. CVS’ recalled formula has the lot code T11LMXC with a use-by date of November 11, 2025. Perrigo has informed both stores to remove the product from their shelves and warehouses.
Routine testing revealed that the Premium Infant Formula contained excessive levels of vitamin D, surpassing the permissible limit. No adverse events related to the recall have been reported yet, according to the FDA.
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The CDC advises that infants younger than 12 months require 400 IU of vitamin D daily to promote strong bone development. Breast milk alone may not provide an adequate amount, so infants who are exclusively breastfed usually need additional supplementation, such as vitamin D-fortified formula.
However, excessive vitamin D intake can be harmful to infants as it elevates blood calcium levels, which can lead to kidney damage. Symptoms of excess vitamin D in infants include vomiting, frequent thirst or urination, limb pain, constipation, and more.
Infants exhibiting any symptoms after consuming the recalled product should contact their healthcare provider and inform the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program at fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm.
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