https://gastroenterology.acponline.org/archives/2022/01/28/6.htm

Laxative recalled due to potential microbial contamination

A company recently recalled one lot of senna syrup, which was distributed to a wholesaler, due to potential microbial contamination.


One lot of senna syrup (8.8 mg in 5-mL unit-dose cups) was recalled by Lohxa LLC due to potential microbial contamination, the FDA announced on Jan. 11.

The products are distributed in cases of 20 cartons packaged with 24 units each. Recalled products were distributed to wholesaler AvKare, which may have further distributed them to clinics, hospitals, and clinicians, the FDA said. To date, the company has not received any reports of related adverse events.