How many babies died from Similac?

The Food and Drug Administration investigated reports that as many as nine children have died since early 2021 after consuming baby formula produced at an Abbott Nutrition plant in Michigan — seven more than previously acknowledged by the FDA, according to newly released documents.

How many infants died from Similac?

The Food and Drug Administration posted its initial inspection findings from the Abbott plant that's been tied to several infant hospitalizations, including two deaths, due to a rare bacterial infection.

Why did the Similac get recalled?

In February, the Food and Drug Administration recalled three brands of powdered baby formulas made by the company due to potential bacterial infections, including salmonella. The agency advised parents not to buy or use certain batches of Similac, Alimentum and EleCare powdered infant formulas, all Abbott brands.

Is Similac harmful to babies?

Feb. 18, 2022 -- The FDA says parents should not use three powdered baby formulas -- Similac, Alimentum, and EleCare -- that were made at an Abbott factory in Sturgis, MI, and are linked to reports of bacterial infections in four infants, including one who died.

Is Similac formula safe now?

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall of infant formula due to potential bacterial contamination. The FDA is advising consumers not to use Similac, Alimentum, or Elecare powdered infant formulas with certain codes printed on the product packaging near the expiration date.

Houston baby hospitalized after using recalled Similac formula

Should I not use Similac?

Specifically, the FDA is advising consumers not to use Similac, Alimentum or EleCare powdered infant formulas if: the first two digits of the code are 22 through 37, and the code on the container contains K8, SH or Z2, and the expiration date is 4-1-2022 (APR 2022) or later.

Is Similac still on recall?

However, although the investigation has come to an end, baby formula shortage problems continue to remain around the country, and the recall is still in effect. The FDA is warning consumers not to use recalled Similac, Alimentum, or EleCare powdered infant formulas.

Which Similac formula is under lawsuit?

The first formula to provide an NEC warning will lose market share. So Abbott's failure to warn about NEC is the foundation for the legal claims in the Similac NEC baby formula lawsuits that are being filed against the company.

Is my Similac safe?

The FDA advises consumers not to use recalled Similac, Alimentum or EleCare (including EleCare Jr.) powdered infant formulas. Recalled products can be identified by the 7- to 9-digit code and expiration date on the bottom of the package.

Is Similac safe again?

Should I throw away my child's Similac formula if I have it at home? No, don't throw away any formula you might have at home. First, check if you have a Similac product that's included in the recall using Abbott's website. If it's not included in the recall, your product is safe to use.

What is going on with Similac?

The infant formula shortage has recently been made even worse in March when Abbott Laboratories was forced to recall Similac and EleCare formula products after a dangerous bacteria contamination was discovered at its facility in Sturgis, MI.

What baby formula is on recall 2021?

Parent's Choice Advantage Infant Formula Recall

The total number of containers affected by this recall is 23,388. Consumers who may have purchased the product should look for Lot Code C26EVFV with a "use by" date of February 26, 2021, which can be found on the bottom of the package.

What brand of Similac is recalled?

In addition to products described above, Abbott Nutrition has recalled Similac PM 60/40 with a lot code of 27032K80 (can) / 27032K800 (case). You can also enter your product lot code on the company's website to check if it is part of the recall.

How do I know if my Similac is recalled?

What are the symptoms of the Similac recall?

What are the symptoms I should look for? Symptoms of infections caused by bacteria from the product could include changes in appetite, changes in mood (irritated or overly sleepy compared to baseline), fevers, rash, diarrhea, vomiting, yellow skin and whites of the eyes, grunting breaths and abnormal movements.

Is Similac Sensitive on recall?

The recalled products include:

Similac Advance and Similac Pro-Advance. Similac Sensitive and Similac Pro-Sensitive.

What is the problem with Similac formula?

Similac lawsuits claim that the cow's milk-based baby formula is causing preterm infants to develop the gastrointestinal illness necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). Shouse Law Group is suing Similac formula manufacturer Abbott for defective design and failing to warn physicians and parents about the NEC risks in preemies.

Is Enfamil Similac toxic?

Other cow's milk-based baby formulas may be toxic, as well. Studies have indicated that infants who have ingested cow-milk-based formula like Similac and Enfamil are at significantly greater risk of developing NEC, which can result in death.

What's wrong with Similac and Enfamil?

Cow's milk-based baby formula and milk fortifier products (like Enfamil™ and Similac^®) can greatly increase the risk of premature and low-birth-weight babies developing a potentially fatal intestinal disease called necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC).

Is Similac good for newborns?

Safety of both brands

The good news is that both Enfamil and Similac are safe for your baby and meet all your infant's basic nutritional needs. The Food and Drug Administration regulates all infant and baby formula brands in the United States.

Which formula is closest to breast milk?

Enfamil Enspire

Enfamil's Enspire is the brand's closest formula to breast milk, thanks to the inclusion of proteins found in colostrum, like lactoferrin. (In fact, Enspire is the first and only infant formula in the U.S. to include lactoferrin as an ingredient, according to the brand.)

Is Similac liquid recalled?

No. Abbott liquid formulas, such as Similac Ready-to-Feed, are not included in the voluntary recall.

Is baby formula FDA approved?

No, FDA does not approve infant formulas before they can be marketed. However, all formulas marketed in the United States must meet federal nutrient requirements and infant formula manufacturers must notify the FDA prior to marketing a new formula.

Where is Similac made?

We have an FDA-registered plant in Cootehill, Ireland, where we've increased the volume of Similac Advance powder formula produced for the U.S. We're air-shipping product from this facility into the U.S. daily and the product is being restocked regularly.

Is Enfamil Safe 2022?

Has Enfamil been recalled? There has been no recall as of 2022. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not recalled Enfamil baby formula despite its packaging lacking any warning label about increased risk of NEC cases.