Merical, LLC: Food Recall in 2019 - (Recall #: F-1275-2019)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2019.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Walgreens Probiotic 12.5 Billion Active Cultures, 30 capsules; Dietary Supplement. Probiotic Blend 12.5 Billion CFU's L. rhamnosus HN001, L acidophilus La-14, L reuteri L.RE02. Other ingredients: Cellulose, Gelatin, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source)/ Item Number: 981914 Product Number: WGNS 981914 UPC Code: 311917191119 product contains L. acidophilus La-5 strain instead of L. acidophilus La-14 strain as stated on the label. Distributed by Walgreen Co, Deerfield, IL

Product Classification:

Class III

Date Initiated: March 19, 2019

Date Posted: April 17, 2019

Recall Number: F-1275-2019

Event ID: 82484

Reason for Recall:

Incorrect probiotic strain used in formulation which did not match product labeling.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 323 Packaged Cases

Code Information:

Pkg Numbers: 834627045 and 903727801; Expiration Dates: 06/20

Distribution Pattern:

One customer in IL and then to retail stores nationwide.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated