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Consumer Recall: Heartburn Medicine Generic Ranitidine

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– We have an important recall for users of some heartburn medicine. Drugmaker Sandoz is recalling a generic form of heartburn medication due to contamination. The company says the medication “ranitidine hydro-chloride” may contain a carcinogen. Sandoz is voluntarily recalling all quantities and lots of the medicine. According to the The U.S. Food and Drug Administration it is…

Consumer Alert: Target recalls unicorn boots

(WOLO) — In a news release from the Consumer Product Safety Commission, Target announced it is recalling a certain type of toddler boot due to a choking hazard. Consumer officials say the unicorn horn on the Cat & Jack Unicorn “Chiara” Boots can detach, posing a choking hazard to children. According to the CPSC, the recall includes the Cat & Jack “Chiara”…

Consumer Recall over Salmonella Risk: Ritz Crackers and Bits with Cheese

The maker of Ritz Cracker has announced a voluntary recall. Mondelez International says the recall was announced as a precautionary measure, due to salmonella concerns. The company says they have 16 different products that could potentially be tainted. According to company leaders, Ritz products with cheese contain a whey powder that has been recalled due to the risk. Those products…