Urgent aspirin, ibuprofen, & acetaminophen recall: 400,000 bottles declared poisoning risk – By Chris Smith (BGR) / June 17, 2022
Aspirin, ibuprofen, and acetaminophen are common over-the-counter drugs that most people have around the house. The drugs can relieve pain and reduce fevers, among other things. Additionally, many people use these drugs to treat various other chronic health issues. But buyers should know there are four separate recall actions concerning various brands of aspirin, ibuprofen, and acetaminophen.
In total, we’re looking at around 400,000 bottles that pose a poisoning risk, according to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). That’s because the drugs come in containers that are not child-resistant.
Aspirin, ibuprofen, and acetaminophen recall
The CPSC posted four separate recall notices on its website on June 16th. They cover aspirin, ibuprofen, and acetaminophen from various brands that violate the Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA).
Substances including aspirin, ibuprofen, and acetaminophen must be packaged in child-resistant containers, according to the PPPA regulation. But the CPSC warns that around 400,000 bottles containing these pain relievers do not respect the rules. As a result, children might easily open the bottles and consume the drugs. In turn, this can lead to poisoning.
