Key Takeaway
Excedrin Extra Strength (Acetaminophen 250 mg, Aspirin (NSAID) 250 mg and Caffeine 65 mg), a) 2-ct tablets in pouches b) boxes of 50/2-ct packages, Distributed by Novartis Consumer Health, Inc., Pars by Novartis Consumer Health was recalled on June 6, 2013. The hazard: Defective container: products are packaged in pouches which may not have been fully sealed
Excedrin Extra Strength (Acetaminophen 250 mg, Aspirin (NSAID) 250 mg and Caffeine 65 mg), a) 2-ct tablets in pouches b) boxes of 50/2-ct packages, Distributed by Novartis Consumer Health, Inc., Pars
Description
Excedrin Extra Strength (Acetaminophen 250 mg, Aspirin (NSAID) 250 mg and Caffeine 65 mg), a) 2-ct tablets in pouches b) boxes of 50/2-ct packages, Distributed by Novartis Consumer Health, Inc., Parsippany, NJ, NDC 0067 2030 02 Foreign packaging: c) Parsel Forte and d) Cibalenaa (250 mg Acetaminophen, 250 mg Aspirin, 65 mg Caffeine), boxes of 48/4-ct pouches Foreign packaging do not have NDC numbers.
Hazard / Reason
Defective container: products are packaged in pouches which may not have been fully sealed
Class II: Product that may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences.
Class II indicates the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects. The probability of serious harm is considered remote.
Products Affected
Excedrin Extra Strength (Acetaminophen 250 mg, Aspirin (NSAID) 250 mg and Caffeine 65 mg), a) 2-ct tablets in pouches b) boxes of 50/2-ct packages, Distributed by Novartis Consumer Health, Inc., Pars
DrugsCompany Information
Novartis Consumer Health
Lincoln, NE, United States
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Nationwide, Puerto Rico, Brazil and Panama
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