Nestlé Purina PetCare Company is willingly remembering choose great deals of Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EL Elemental (PPVD EL) prescription dry dog food due to possibly raised levels of vitamin D.
Purina said it started the recall after getting 2 contacts about 2 different verified cases of a dog displaying indications of vitamin D toxicity after taking in the diet plan. The business said that as soon as they were removed the diet plan, both dogs recuperated.
“Vitamin D is an essential nutrient for dogs; however, ingestion of elevated levels can lead to health issues depending on the level of vitamin D and the length of exposure. Vitamin D toxicity may include vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst, increased urination, and excessive drooling to renal (kidney) dysfunction,” the business said in a release.
The impacted dry dog food was dispersed throughout the United States by prescription just through veterinary centers, Purina Vet Direct, Purina for Professionals, and other choose merchants with the capability to verify a prescription.
Bags of PPVD EL with the UPC Code and Production Code listed below ought to be instantly disposed of.
| Product | UPC Code | Production Code |
| Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EL Elemental (PPVD EL) 8 pound and 20 pound bags |
38100 19190 – 8 pound 38100 19192 – 20 pound |
2249 1082 2250 1082 2276 1082 2277 1082 2290 1082 2360 1082 2361 1082 |
Pet owners who acquired bags of the item noted above are asked to instantly stop feeding and toss it away in a container where no other animals, consisting of wildlife, can get to it. If indications such as weight-loss, extreme drooling, throwing up, anorexia nervosa or increased thirst or urination have actually happened in their dog while consuming this diet plan, animal owners ought to call their vet.
No other Purina animal care items are impacted.
Veterinary and other retail partners ought to get rid of and damage the afflicted item from their stock.
“We ask forgiveness to animal owners and vets for any issues or trouble this scenario has actually triggered,” Purina said. “As animal professionals and animal owners ourselves, the health and wellness of animals is our leading concern.”
Consumers might call the business straight Monday – Saturday, 8 am – 5 pm CST at 1-800-345-5678 or through email at usExternal Link Disclaimer for concerns or support in getting a refund.
