FDA-Drug2026-06-24Class IIMISBRANDING
VistaPharm Kerr Insta-Char activated charcoal recalled for not meeting OTC standards
What this means
VistaPharm's Kerr Insta-Char activated charcoal suspension did not meet the standards required for over-the-counter products. The product was distributed nationwide, and affected lots should not be used.
- Stop using this product if you have it at home.
- Contact your pharmacist or healthcare provider for alternative activated charcoal products.
- Do not give to children or anyone else without consulting a healthcare professional first.
The agency's original wording
Hazard
Does Not Meet USP or OTC Monograph: Product did not meet the Over-the-Counter (OTC) Monograph M023
Intended for
All ages (0 months and older)
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold states
U.S.A. Nationwide
Manufactured in
1700 Perimeter Rd, Greenville, SC, United States
Products
VistaPharm, KERR INSTA-CHAR IN AN SORBITOL BASE WITH CHERRY FLAVOR, 25 Grams Activated Charcoal in 26 Grams Sorbitol in 120 mL (4 fl oz), distributed by: VistaPharm, Inc., Largo. FL 33771, NDC 66689-203-04.
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=D-0591-2026Want us to check the next one for you?
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