Nov 15 2010: McNeil/Benadryl & Motrin, sev. varieties (US, CAN, other areas)

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November 15, 2010

In consultation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), McNeil Consumer Healthcare, Division of McNEIL-PPC, Inc. has initiated a voluntary recall of all product lots of Children's BENADRYL® Allergy FASTMELT® Tablets, in cherry and grape flavors, that were distributed in the United States, Belize, Barbados, Canada, Puerto Rico, St. Martin, and St. Thomas and all product lots of Junior Strength MOTRIN® Caplets, 24 count, that were distributed in the United States.

This is a wholesale and retail level recall. No action is required by consumers or healthcare providers and consumers can continue to use the product. The recall was initiated after a review, conducted as part of McNeil's Comprehensive Action Plan, revealed insufficiencies in the development of the manufacturing process. There is no indication that the recalled products do not meet quality standards, and this recall is not being undertaken on the basis of adverse events.

Consumers with questions should call our Consumer Care Center at 1-888-222-6036 (available Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. ET and Saturday – Sunday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Eastern Time.)

     
Product Description:
Children's BENADRYL® Allergy FASTMELT® Tablets, Cherry Flavor


NDC Code:
50580-347-18
UPC Code:
300450180186
   
     
Product Description:
Children's BENADRYL® Allergy FASTMELT® Tablets, Grape Flavor


NDC Code:
50580-348-18
UPC Code:
300450190185
   
     
Product Description:
Junior Strength MOTRIN® CAPLETS, 24 count


NDC Code:
50580-498-24
UPC Code:
300450498243
   
  More Info:
Health Canada has announced the recall here in Canada. McNeil is requesting that wholesalers and pharmacies immediately stop sale of this product. See article below:


Posted in On our minds on Nov 24, 2010
Recall: Children's Benadryl Allergy Meltaways tablets sold in Canada
By: Alex

Health Canada issued a statement today advising consumers about another voluntary recall. This time it's Children's Benadryl Allergy Meltaways tablets sold in Canada and made by McNeil Consumer Healthcare (Canada).

Here's what Health Canada says about the matter:
"McNeil is requesting that wholesalers and pharmacies immediately stop sale of this product. The recall of the marketed lots is being conducted as a precautionary measure since the company has identified quality control concerns only on lots that had not been released for sale. It is important to note that no associated adverse reactions have been reported to Health Canada. Health Canada reminds Canadians who have concerns about these products to consult with their health care practitioner or contact the company at 1-888-222-6036 or visit: http://www.mcneilcanada.com."

http://blogs.todaysparent.com/onourminds/recall-childrens-benadryl-allergy-meltaways-tablets-sold-in-canada/ 

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