Safetussin Max Strength Multi-Symptom Cough, Cold and Flu tablets blister packs
Published April 10, 2025
Summary
CPSC records recall 25223, published April 10, 2025. Reported units: About 14,250.
What's the 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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Distributor
- Kramer Laboratories, of Bridgewater, New Jersey (a subsidiary of Arcadia Consumer Healthcare, of Bridgewater, New Jersey)
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Safetussin Max Strength Multi-Symptom Cough, Cold and Flu tablets blister packs recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 25223 on April 10, 2025. Reported 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.