Novartis Consumer Health: Food Recall in 2013 - (Recall #: F-1963-2013)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2013.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Benefiber Fiber Supplement Plus Calcium, Orange Natural Flavor, Sugar Free, packaged in 10.76-oz (48 Servings) bottles, UPC 300670108489. Distributed by: Novartis Consumer Health, Inc., Parsippany, NJ 07054-0622. Made in France.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: May 7, 2013

Date Posted: October 9, 2013

Recall Number: F-1963-2013

Event ID: 65111

Reason for Recall:

The products are being recalled due to the receipt of a relatively high number of consumer complaints.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 110,664/10.76-oz (48 Servings) bottles

Code Information:

10102129, 10102130, 10102131, 10104656, 10104657, 10104658, 10104659, 10107484, 10114954, 10124211, and 10125514

Distribution Pattern:

Product was distributed nationwide and included military distribution. Foreign distribution was made to Panama and Belize.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated