Procter & Gamble (P&G) is voluntarily recalling two lots of its prescription renal dry cat food for possible salmonella contamination.

Affected lots, available by prescription through veterinary clinics throughout the U.S., include:
Iams Veterinary Formulas Feline Renal 5.5 lbs, Lot Code: 01384174B4, UPC Code: 0 19014 21405 1
Iams Veterinary Formulas Feline Renal 5.5 lbs, Lot Code: 01384174B2, UPC Code: 0 19014 21405 1

To date, no illnesses have been reported but consumers who purchased dry cat food with those codes should immediately discard the product. Additionally, people who have handled the food can become infected with Salmonella, therefore it is recommended that hands and surfaces are washed thoroughly after coming in contact with the product.

Salmonella symptoms in humans include some or all of the following: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. On rare occasions more series ailments can occur including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers displaying those symptoms should contact their physician.

Pets who have contracted Salmonella may have decreased appetite, fever, and abdominal pain.Without care, animals may become lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Pets who have consumed the recalled dry food should be seen by a veterinarian.

For further information or a product refund call P&G toll-free at 877-894-4458 (Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m. ET).

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