Vicks Dayquil Cold & Flu 24-Count Bonus Pack Liquicaps
Published December 18, 2009
Summary
CPSC records recall 10085, published December 18, 2009. Recalling firm: The Procter & Gamble Co., of Cincinnati, Ohio; Reported units: About 700,000 packages.
What's the hazard
The cold and flu medicine contains acetaminophen and is not in child-resistant packaging and lacks the statement, "This Package for Households Without Young Children," as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. This medicine could cause serious health problems or death to a child if several of the capsules are swallowed.
What to do
Consumers should keep this product out of the reach of children. Consumers who purchased the product with the expectation that it would be in child-resistant packaging can contact Procter & Gamble for a full refund or a replacement coupon. Adult consumers can continue to use the product as directed.
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Recall details
- Brand
- The Procter & Gamble Co., of Cincinnati, Ohio
- Manufacturer
- The Procter & Gamble Co., of Cincinnati, Ohio
- Distributor
- Drug stores, grocery stores and other retailers nationwide between September 2008 and December 2009 for about $5.
- UPC
- 323900010871
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Vicks Dayquil Cold & Flu 24-Count Bonus Pack Liquicaps recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 10085 on December 18, 2009. Reported hazard: The cold and flu medicine contains acetaminophen and is not in child-resistant packaging and lacks the statement, "This Package for Households Without Young Children," as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. This medicine could cause serious health problems or death to a child if several of the capsules are swallowed.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should keep this product out of the reach of children. Consumers who purchased the product with the expectation that it would be in child-resistant packaging can contact Procter & Gamble for a full refund or a replacement coupon. Adult consumers can continue to use the product as directed.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: The Procter & Gamble Co., of Cincinnati, Ohio. UPC: 323900010871.