Nationwide Recalls: From Botulism-Tainted Garlic and Pesticide-Laced Beans to Drug-Contaminated Chocolate and Critical Medication Mix-Ups”

Tops Issues Multistate Garlic Recall Over Botulism Risk

WILLIAMSVILLE, N.Y. – Tops Friendly Markets has recalled two brands of peeled garlic sold in three states after routine inspections revealed the products were stored at unsafe temperatures, creating a potential risk of deadly botulism contamination.

The recall, announced Tuesday, affects Christopher Ranch Peeled Garlic and Garland Fresh Peeled Garlic sold at Tops locations in New York, Pennsylvania, and Vermont. No illnesses have been reported to date, according to the company.

The 6-ounce plastic bags of peeled garlic were kept at insufficient temperatures to control the growth of Clostridium botulinum, the bacterium that causes botulism – a potentially fatal form of food poisoning.

“Consumers are warned not to consume the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled,” the company stated in its announcement.

The recalled products include all code dates for Christopher Ranch Peeled Garlic with UPC 74574-10852, as well as Garland Fresh Peeled Garlic with UPCs 71894-00000 and 68826-75340.

Botulism symptoms can include general weakness, dizziness, double vision, difficulty speaking or swallowing, breathing problems, muscle weakness, abdominal distension, and constipation, according to the company.

The issue was discovered during a routine store inspection, Tops said. The recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Customers who purchased the recalled garlic can return the items to any Tops store for a full refund. Consumers with questions can contact Tops Consumer Affairs at 1-800-522-2522.

Organic Bean Recall: Pesticide Residue Found in Falcon Trading Products Sold in Bulk

ROYAL OAKS, Calif. – Falcon Trading Company Inc. has recalled three organic bean products after routine testing detected pesticide residue in beans purchased from a certified organic handler, the company announced March 24.

The recall affects all lot numbers of Organic Black Beans, Chili Bean Blend Organic, and Sunset Soup Mix Organic sold in bulk packaging. Because the items are sold from bulk bins, lot numbers may have become mixed, prompting the company to recall all lots of the affected products.

No illnesses have been reported to date, according to the company.

The recalled items include:

• FTC item #003040 Black Organic, UPC 086700930403, sold in 25-pound sacks
• SRF item #003056 Chili Bean Blend Organic, UPC 086700030561, sold in 15-pound boxes
• SRF item #013000 Sunset Soup Mix Organic, UPC 086700130001, sold in 25-pound boxes

“Due to the presence of pesticide residue in an organic product, we are initiating a product recall,” the company stated.

The discovery was made through Falcon Trading’s own routine testing. The company said the contaminated beans came from a certified organic handler, though it did not identify the supplier.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration published the recall notice on March 26.

Consumers who purchased any of the products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Customers with questions can contact Falcon Trading Company directly at (831) 786-7000 or via email at info@sunridgefarms.com.

Chocolate Recalled Nationwide Over Undeclared Erectile Dysfunction Drugs

WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Gear Isle has issued a voluntary nationwide recall of two chocolate products after testing revealed they contain undeclared active pharmaceutical ingredients found in prescription erectile dysfunction medications, the company announced March 19.

The recalled products – Gold Lion Aphrodisiac Chocolate Sachet and ilum Sex Chocolate – contain sildenafil and tadalafil, the active ingredients in Viagra and Cialis, respectively. The ingredients are not listed on product labels, posing a serious health risk to consumers, particularly those taking nitrate medications for heart conditions.

No adverse events have been reported to date, according to the company.

The recalled products include:

“Use of products with undeclared active ingredients sildenafil and tadalafil may pose a threat to consumers because the active ingredient may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs (such as nitroglycerin) and may cause a significant drop in blood pressure that may be life-threatening,” the company warned in its recall announcement.

The risk is highest among adult males who use nitrates for cardiac conditions – the same demographic most likely to purchase the products, the company noted.

The chocolates are labeled as dietary supplements and were distributed nationwide exclusively through internet sales. Gear Isle is notifying customers directly and arranging returns and refunds.

Consumers who have purchased the recalled chocolate should stop using it immediately and return it for a refund. Questions can be directed to Gear Isle customer service at 888-387-4753 or info@gearisle.com, Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. PST.

The recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Consumers who experience any adverse reactions should contact their physician or report the issue to the FDA’s MedWatch program online at www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm or by fax at 1-800-FDA-0178.

Drug Mix-Up Prompts Nationwide Recall of Magnesium Sulfate Injection Over Preeclampsia Risk

BRIDGEWATER, N.J. – Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC has issued a voluntary nationwide recall of one lot of Magnesium Sulfate in Water for Injection after a pouch was found to contain the wrong drug – Tranexamic Acid – a potentially dangerous mix-up that could delay life-saving treatment for pregnant women with preeclampsia or eclampsia.

The recall, announced March 24, affects lot AH250162 of Magnesium Sulfate in Water for Injection, USP, 4g/100mL IV bags (NDC 70121-1720-3). The product was distributed nationwide to wholesalers and distributors between Dec. 22, 2025, and Feb. 27, 2026.

Magnesium sulfate is critical for preventing and controlling seizures in pregnant women with preeclampsia and eclampsia. The recalled product is packaged as 12 x 100mL pouches per carton.

“There is a reasonable probability that delay in receiving magnesium therapy could result in life-threatening or long-term morbidity in pregnant individuals with preeclampsia or eclampsia due to the potential to develop seizures,” the company stated. “Additionally, delay in receiving magnesium therapy in preterm pregnant individuals could result in long-term morbidity for the preterm neonate due to complications of prematurity.”

If Tranexamic Acid is inadvertently administered, it could cause blood clotting, seizures, hypersensitivity reactions, visual disturbances, and dizziness, according to Amneal.

No adverse events have been reported to date in connection with the recall.

The company said the likelihood of the mix-up reaching a patient is “considered low” because hospital medication-administration controls include multiple safety checks before any drug is given. Amneal inspected 74% of the Magnesium Sulfate pouches remaining in its possession and found no further mix-ups. Additionally, each Tranexamic Acid IV bag is clearly labeled with the product name and includes a readable bar code, making incorrect identification readily detectable.

Amneal is notifying distributors by UPS and instructing them to contact hospital customers. Hospitals that have the recalled Magnesium Sulfate product should stop using it immediately and return it to the manufacturer at: Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Magnesium Sulfate Recall Coordinator, 21 Colonial Drive, Piscataway, NJ 08854.

Hospitals with questions can call 833-582-0812 (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST), fax 631-983-2595, or email MagnesiumSulfateRecall@amneal.com.

Adverse reactions or quality problems should be reported to the FDA’s MedWatch program at www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm or by fax to 1-800-FDA-0178. The recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Undeclared Wheat and Soy Trigger Recall of Mexican Sweet Breads in Texas

MISSION, Texas – Mama Grande Tortilla Factory has recalled two varieties of its sweet Mexican bread products after a U.S. Food and Drug Administration inspection found they were distributed in packaging that failed to disclose the presence of wheat and soy allergens, the company announced March 17.

The recall affects Gorditas de Azucar and Doraditas de Azucar sold at retail stores and wholesale customers throughout Texas between February 2, 2026, and March 5, 2026.

People with allergies or severe sensitivities to wheat or soy “run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products,” the company warned.

The recalled products include all expiration dates for:

• Gorditas de Azucar, UPC 860010238134
• Doraditas de Azucar, UPC 5901234123457

Both products are packaged in plastic bags with the product name and corresponding UPC code printed on the front.

The issue was discovered during an FDA inspection on March 5, 2026, when it was determined that the allergens were not properly declared on the product labels, according to the company. No illnesses have been reported to date.

Consumers who have purchased the recalled products and have a wheat or soy allergy should not consume them. The items can be returned to the place of purchase for a credit or refund, or simply discarded.

Retailers are instructed to immediately remove the product from sale and hold it for pickup.

Consumers or retailers with questions can contact Agustin Armendaiz at 956-905-8234, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Central Time.

The recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the FDA.

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