Safetussin Max Strength Multi-Symptom Cough, Cold and Flu tablets blister packs

CPSC Recall #25-223 — April 10, 2025

Recall #25-223 Date: April 10, 2025 Remedy: Refund

Product

Safetussin Max Strength Multi-Symptom Cough, Cold and Flu tablets blister packs

Description

This recall involves Safetussin Max Strength Multi-Symptom Cough, Cold and Flu 24-count caplet blister packs. They are labeled with “Safetussin,” “Multi-Symptom,” “Cough, Cold & Flu” and “Safe for adults with High Blood Pressure, Diabetes.” They were sold in a blue, orange and red cardboard box with the drug facts label on the back.

Hazard

The Safetussin over-the-counter cold medicine contains acetaminophen, which must be in child-resistant packaging as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The packaging of the products is not child-resistant as a tablet can be pushed through the foil, posing a risk of poisoning if the contents are swallowed by young children.

Incidents / Injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should immediately secure the product out of the sight and reach of children and contact Kramer Laboratories for information on how to return or dispose of the product for a full refund. Only the packaging is being recalled, not the medicine itself, but both should be disposed.

Units Affected

About 14,250

Sold At

HEB, Harris-Teeter and other regional grocery stores and independently owned pharmacies nationwide from July 2024 through March 2025 for about $11.

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.