Claritin® Rapid Dissolve recall in Canada: potential contamination
In plain language
This recall involves Claritin® Rapid Dissolve 10 mg tablets sold in Canada. It's being recalled due to potential contamination with asenapine and cedar pollen. Consult your healthcare provider before stopping use and follow the return steps in the official notice.
What to do
- Verify if your product is affected by checking the lot numbers.
- Consult your healthcare provider before discontinuing use.
- Contact Bayer Inc. if you have questions about the recall.
- Report any health product related side effects to Health Canada.
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Affected products
Claritin® Rapid Dissolve 10 mg (10-pack blister)
Lot: 5147777, 5394252A
Claritin® Rapid Dissolve 10 mg (30-pack blister)
Lot: 5147777A, 5147776, 5147776B, 5147774, 5197727, 5197727A, 5197725, 5197660
Claritin® Rapid Dissolve 10 mg (50-pack blister)
Lot: 5147776A, 5055251, 5055251A, 5055246, 5394248
Why this matters
Potential contamination
Do I have this product?
This recall only applies to specific products. Follow the steps below to check.
- 1
Check the product name
Make sure your product name matches one of the affected products listed above.
- 2
Check the lot number
Lot numbers identify specific production batches.
Affected lots: 5147776A, 5055251, 5055251A, 5055246, 5394248, 5147777, 5394252A, 5147777A, 5147776, 5147776B, 5147774, 5197727, 5197727A, 5197725, 5197660
If your product matches one or more of the details above, it may be affected by this recall.
If your product does not match these details, it is not affected by this recall.
When in doubt, always check the official notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was this product recalled?
Potential contamination
What should consumers do?
Verify if your product is affected by checking the lot numbers. Consult your healthcare provider before discontinuing use. Contact Bayer Inc. if you have questions about the recall. Report any health product related side effects to Health Canada.
Where was the product sold?
This product was sold in Canada. For specific retailers or distribution areas, please check the official recall notice linked on this page.
Is there a health risk?
Yes, there may be a health risk. Potential contamination
When was this product recalled?
This product was recalled on December 20, 2023.
Is the Claritin® brand affected by this recall?
Yes, Claritin® products are affected by this recall. This recall involves Claritin® Rapid Dissolve 10 mg tablets sold in Canada. It's being recalled due to potential contamination with asenapine and cedar pollen. Consult your healthcare provider before stopping use and follow the return steps in the official notice.