FDA warns against using another powdered baby formula after a 2nd death

Some powdered baby formulas have been recalled by Abbott Nutrition.

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The FDA is expanding its advisory on powdered baby formulas to include a lot of specialty formulas.

The specialty product was recalled by Abbott Nutrition on Monday after learning that an infant who consumed it died after testing positive for Cronobacter sakazakii. There have been two reported fatal cases of powdered baby formula since September.

The FDA cautioned against using the lot code 27032K800 on the case and 27032K80 on the can in an update to an advisory released less than two weeks ago. Babies who need a lower mineral intake can use the product.

Abbott Nutrition voluntarily recalled certain formulas manufactured at its plant in Michigan.

You can check to see if the initial recall affected your powdered formula by looking at the code printed near the expired date. Products with a code beginning with the first two digits of 22 through 37 have an expired date of April 1, 2022, or later.

The company said on its website that the cause of the infant's Cronobacter sakazakii infections has not been determined.

Cronobacter infections can be dangerous for newborn babies. According to the FDA, there are symptoms of poor feeding. Those who have been exposed to salmonella might experience symptoms.

Frank Yiannas, FDA deputy commissioner for food policy and response, said the administration is working with partners to investigate complaints about formula produced at the Sturgis facility.

The FDA is concerned about the reports of infections in newborn and infants because this is a product used as the sole source of nutrition.