More than 112,000 bottles of Amazon-brand Extra Strength Acetaminophen have been recalled after consumers reported finding discolored tablets, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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The report was published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on October 2.
Amazon-brand Acetaminophen recalled
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The voluntary recall, which was initiated Sept. 18 by Aurobindo Pharma USA Inc., involves 112,932 bottles of 500-milligram acetaminophen caplets sold through Amazon.
The FDA said the recall was prompted by consumer complaints about discolored tablets. The agency has not yet assigned a classification indicating the level of health risk associated with the recall.
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Acetaminophen recall info
Dig deeper:
The affected medication was sold in 200-count, 500-count and 1,000-count bottles.
Consumers can check their bottles for the following recalled lots:
- 200-count: Lot ACD125040A, expiration date Sept. 30, 2027
- 500-count: Lots ACD124036A and ACD124030A, expiration date Sept. 30, 2027; ACD124042A, expiration date Oct. 31, 2027; ACD124048B, expiration date Nov. 30, 2027; and ACD125010A, expiration date Feb. 29, 2028
- 1,000-count: Lot ACD124048A, expiration date Nov. 30, 2027
The product was manufactured by Aurobindo Pharma USA Inc. and distributed by Amazon.com Services LLC.
Acetaminophen is commonly used as a pain reliever and fever reducer.
What’s next:
Consumers who believe they have an affected product should contact their pharmacist or healthcare provider for further guidance.
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