Due to the presence of an undeclared milk allergen, these colostrum supplements have been recalled nationwide.

Children’s Supplement Recalled

Nature’s Energy has issued a voluntary and immediate recall of their Children’s Chewable Colostrum supplements due to the presence of milk proteins in its packaging. While no adverse reactions have been reported as of the writing of this notice, the presence of milk can present a danger to those with milk allergies. It is imperative that anyone with an allergy to milk stop using this recalled product immediately.

SUMMARY

Date of Recall:

Announced: May 18, 2023

Public Notification: May 18, 2023

Name(s) of Drug:

Nature’s Energy Children’s Chewable Colostrum

Company Name:

Nature’s Energy

Drug Indication:

Children’s nutritional supplement

 

Product Description

The supplements were packaged in white, plastic bottles with a blue label featuring a cartoon cow. Various flavors all depict symbolism related to the flavor such as berries, candies or creamsicle pops. Each bottle contains 180 chewable tablets.

Products were sold to consumers via Amazon and the Nature’s Energy website.

Berry Flavored Nature's Energy Supplement Bottle
Recalled Supplement is Dangerous for Children with Milk Allergies!
Nature's Energy Orange Creamsicle Flavored Colostrum Supplement
Supplement recalled due to presence of dangerous allergen!

Reason for Recall

The supplement’s package did not indicate that it could contain the presence of milk proteins and therefore present a danger to those with a milk allergy.

Impacts

Those with milk allergies who consume milk proteins can experience dangerous symptoms including:

  • Stomach Pain
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Constipation
  • Rash
  • Swelling of Face and Lips
  • Runny Nose
  • Wheezing
  • Shortness of Breath
  • Anaphylaxis and Death

IF SOMEONE EXPERIENCES SYMPTOMS SUCH AS SHORTNESS OF BREATH, NOISY BREATHING, LOSS OF CONSCIOUSNESS, SEIZURES OR ANY OTHER LIFE-THREATENING SYMPTOMS, CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY.

Bottom of Supplement Bottles
Here you’ll find the needed information for determining if your supplement is part of the recall.

Lot information

Consumers should locate the lot number and expiration date printed on the bottom of the supplement bottle. Then, utilize the chart below to determine if each bottle is included in the recall.

Product Description UPC GTIN Lot

Number

Best By

Date

Nature’s Energy Children’s Chewable Colostrum, Berry Chewables, 180 count 804879183945 860008676979 660 02/24
Nature’s Energy Children’s Chewable Colostrum, Berry Chewables, 180 count 804879183945 860008676979 694 12/24
Nature’s Energy Children’s Chewable Colostrum, Chocolate Chewables, 180 Count 804879183952 860008676986 661 02/24
Nature’s Energy Children’s Chewable Colostrum, Chocolate Chewables, 180 Count 804879183952 860008676986 695 12/24
Nature’s Energy Children’s Chewable Colostrum, Orange Creamsicle Chewables, 180 Count 804879183969 860008676993 634 08/23
Nature’s Energy Children’s Chewable Colostrum, Orange Creamsicle Chewables, 180 Count 804879183969 860008676993 693 12/24

FDA.gov

Have you found that your supplement is part of the recall? Here’s what you should do:

Consumers

If you find that your supplement is part of this recall, do the following:

  1. Discontinue use of the supplement immediately.
  2. Continue to monitor your child’s health for any adverse symptoms over the next week and notify your physician if any concerns are noted.
  3. Return the product to the place of purchase for a refund.
  4. Consumers may contact Nature’s Energy at 801-785-2304. They are available Mon-Fri from 8:00am to 4:00pm (MT). You can also contact them via email at admin@naturesenergy.us.
  5. If your child is currently experiencing or has experienced an adverse reaction to this medication (listed above), notify your pediatrician immediately and notify the FDA by calling 1-800-332-1088 or completing an online reporting form.
  6. Contact MedWaste Management for information and/or assistance with disposing of the recalled supplement.

Retailer

  1. Examine all inventory and remove stock that is affected by the recall immediately.
  2. Contact Nature’s Energy at 801-785-2304 or you can utilize admin@naturesenergy.us to contact them via email. Notify them of any recalled batches that have already been sold to consumers.
  3. Notify affected consumers of recalled batches that they have already or will receive.
  4. Contact MedWaste Management for information and/or assistance with disposing of the recalled medication.

Wholesaler

  1. Examine all inventory and remove stock that is affected by the recall immediately.
  2. Contact Nature’s Energy at 801-785-2304 or use admin@naturesenergy.us to contact them via email. Notify them of any recalled batches that have already been shipped to retailers.
  3. Notify affected retailers of recalled batches that they have already or will receive.
  4. Contact MedWaste Management for information and/or assistance with disposing of the recalled medication.

 

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