Pain Relief Medication Recalled Nationwide—Over 100,000 Bottles Affected

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Key Points

  • Over 112,000 bottles of extra-strength acetaminophen are recalled due to discoloration concerns.
  • The recall affects 200-, 500- and 1,000-count bottles sold on Amazon with specific lot codes and dates.
  • Dispose of affected bottles or request a refund; contact the FDA for questions or health concerns.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) just announced a nationwide recall on approximately 112,932 bottles of a popular over-the-counter pain reliever. This is due to product discoloration.

The recall is specifically affecting three types of extra-strength acetaminophen sold on Amazon nationwide. The 500-milligram pills were sold in the following bottles, including impacted NDC, UPC, lot codes and best-by dates:

Amazon Acetaminophen Bottle Size NDC UPC Lot Codes Best-By Dates
200-count 72288-692-20 1 95515 04887 3 ACD125040A 09/30/2027
500-count 72288-692-50 1 95515 04890 3 ACD124036A, ACD124030A, ACD124042A, ACD124048B, ACD125010A 09/30/2027, 10/31/2027, 02/29/2028
1,000-count 72288-692-01 1 95515 04888 0 ACD124048A 11/30/2027

Check your medication, and if the bottle information matches any of the above listed products, dispose of it or request a refund for your purchase on Amazon. The medication is being recalled due to discoloration, specifically due to consumer complaints received for discolored tablets. While there are no illnesses connected to this recall, seek medical attention for any health concerns.

For questions, contact the FDA by calling 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332).

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