Store-brand pain/sinus relief tablets recall in Canada: labelling issue
In plain language
This recall involves several store-brand pain or sinus relief tablets sold in Canada. They are being recalled because consumers may not be able to access important safety information due to a labelling defect. Stop using the product if the label does not peel back and follow the return instructions in the official notice.
What to do
- Stop using the product if the label does not peel back.
- Return the product to the place of purchase.
- Contact Vita Health Customer Contact Centre for further instructions.
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Affected products
Care+ brand Extra Strength Muscle & Back Pain Relief 40 count package
Lot: 7L3044GZZ, 8E2054L0W, 8I1954ML4
Date codes: JL/2020, MR/2021, NO/2020
Exact brand Extra Strength Head Cold and Sinus 24 count package
Lot: 8B2924GZW
Date codes: JA/2021
Life brand Muscle & Back Pain Relief-8 50 count package
Lot: 7J1944M54
Date codes: SE/2020
Life brand Extra Strength Muscle & Back Pain Relief 40 count package
Lot: 8E2054HLA
Date codes: NO/2020
Pharmasave brand Extra Strength Acetaminophen Tablets 500 mg 200 count package
Lot: 8E3264KQS
Date codes: AL/2021
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 date code
Date codes are usually printed near the best-before date or on the packaging seam.
Affected date codes: AL/2021, JA/2021, JL/2020, MR/2021, NO/2020, SE/2020
- 3
Check the lot number
Lot numbers identify specific production batches.
Affected lots: 7J1944M54, 7L3044GZZ, 8E2054L0W, 8I1954ML4, 8B2924GZW, 8E2054HLA, 8E3264KQS
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?
This recall involves several store-brand pain or sinus relief tablets sold in Canada. They are being recalled because consumers may not be able to access important safety information due to a labelling defect. Stop using the product if the label does not peel back and follow the return instructions in the official notice.
What should consumers do?
Stop using the product if the label does not peel back. Return the product to the place of purchase. Contact Vita Health Customer Contact Centre for further instructions.
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?
A potential safety risk has been identified with this product. Stop using it immediately and follow the instructions in the official recall notice.
When was this product recalled?
This product was recalled on November 7, 2018.