FDAClass IIJanuary 29, 2014

Theraflu Multi-Symptom Severe Cold recall

Theraflu Multi-Symptom Severe Cold (acetaminophen 500 mg, dextromethorphan hydrobromide 20 mg, phenylephrine hydrochloride 10 mg) powder packets, Green Tea & Honey Lemon flavors, packaged in a) 6-count packets per carton (NDC 0067-6426-06, UPC 3 0067-6426-06 8) and b) 1-count packet per card (NDC 0067-6426-01, UPC 3 0067-6426-01 3), Distributed by: Novartis Consumer Health, Inc., Parsippany, NJ 07054-0622.

Why was Theraflu Multi-Symptom Severe Cold recalled?

Presence of Foreign Substance: The products are being recalled because they may contain foreign substances.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Lot #: a) 10116016, Exp 6/30/2013; 10118931, Exp 7/31/2013; 10121950, Exp 8/31/2013; 10122314, 10122316, 10124226, Exp 9/30/2013; 10124377, 10124379, 10125916, 10128112, 10128114, Exp 10/31/2013; b) 25872801, Exp 7/31/2013

Product
Theraflu Multi-Symptom Severe Cold (acetaminophen 500 mg, dextromethorphan hydrobromide 20 mg, phenylephrine hydrochloride 10 mg) powder packets, Green Tea & Honey Lemon flavors, packaged in a) 6-count packets per carton (NDC 0067-6426-06, UPC 3 0067-6426-06 8) and b) 1-count packet per card (NDC 0067-6426-01, UPC 3 0067-6426-01 3), Distributed by: Novartis Consumer Health, Inc., Parsippany, NJ 07054-0622.
Recalling firm
Novartis Consumer Health
Quantity
1,202,960 cartons and cards
Distribution
Nationwide, Mexico, Russia, Korea, Panama, China, and Canada.
Recall date
January 29, 2014
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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