Walgreens Pain Reliever Acetaminophen, 150 count bottles

CPSC Recall #22-161 — June 16, 2022

Recall #22-161 Date: June 16, 2022 Remedy: Refund

Product

Walgreens Pain Reliever Acetaminophen, 150 count bottles

Description

This recall involves the Walgreens brand acetaminophen product. The red and white label states Walgreens, Easy Open for Adults, Pain Reliever, Acetaminophen, 500 mg, Fever Reducer, Extra Strength, 150 caplets. The bottle has a red continuous thread gear closure. UPC number 311917218090 and Lot numbers P2100627, P2100671, P2100672, P2100689 P2100747, P2100859 (each with expiration date Nov-2022) and P2200050 (with expiration date Jan-2023) are included in this recall. The UPC number, lot numbers and expiration date are printed near the drug facts panel on the label on the back of the bottle.

Hazard

The recalled over-the-counter products contain the regulated substance acetaminophen which must be in child resistant packaging as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA). The packaging of the products is not child resistant, posing a risk of poisoning if the contents are swallowed by young children.

Incidents / Injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should immediately store the recalled products in a safe location out of reach and sight of children. Contact Aurohealth for information on how to return the product at your nearest Walgreens store to receive a full refund.

Units Affected

About 137,300  

Sold At

Walgreens stores nationwide from October 2021 through April 2022 for about $9.

Manufacturer

Aurobindo Pharma Limited, of Telangana, India

Importer

Aurohealth LLC, of East Windsor, New Jersey

Manufactured In

India

What Should You Do?

Stop using this product immediately. Check if you purchased it and follow the remedy instructions — contact the manufacturer for a Refund. If you experienced an injury, report it to the CPSC SaferProducts.gov.