Triaminic® Syrups and Theraflu Warming Relief® Syrups
Published January 31, 2013
Summary
CPSC records recall 13114, published January 31, 2013. Recalling firm: Novartis Consumer Health Inc., of Parsippany, NJ; Reported units: About 2.3 Million.
What's the hazard
These child-resistant caps can fail to function properly and enable the cap to be removed by a child with the tamper-evident seal in place, posing a risk of unintentional ingestion and poisoning. These products contain acetaminophen and diphenhydramine which are required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act to be sealed with child-resistant packaging.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Novartis for instructions on how to return the product for a full refund.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Novartis Consumer Health Inc., of Parsippany, NJ
- Manufacturer
- Novartis Consumer Health Inc., of Parsippany, NJ
- Distributor
- Food, drug, mass merchandise and club stores nationwide between May 2010 and December 2011 for about $5.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Triaminic® Syrups and Theraflu Warming Relief® Syrups recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 13114 on January 31, 2013. Reported hazard: These child-resistant caps can fail to function properly and enable the cap to be removed by a child with the tamper-evident seal in place, posing a risk of unintentional ingestion and poisoning. These products contain acetaminophen and diphenhydramine which are required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act to be sealed with child-resistant packaging.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Novartis for instructions on how to return the product for a full refund.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Novartis Consumer Health Inc., of Parsippany, NJ.