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Wales Online
a day ago
- Health
- Wales Online
Paracetamol pills urgently recalled over contamination fears
Paracetamol pills urgently recalled over contamination fears A statement issued by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) said Chelonia Healthcare Limited is recalling specific batches of Paracetamol 500mg Tablets (100 pots) An urgent recall has been issued for batches of paracetamol which could be contaminated (Image: Anton Petrus via Getty Images ) Patients have been urged to return certain batches of paracetamol due to contamination fears, according to an announcement made on Monday. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) said that Chelonia Healthcare Limited, the manufacturer, is recalling specific batches of paracetamol 500mg tablets (100 pots) as a precautionary measure, reports the Mirror. The urgent recall is reportedly "due to contamination following a small number of complaints of discoloured tablets within the pots" and an alert has been issued to anyone who has bought them. It advises: "Patients or carers should check to see if they have received tablets from the listed batches of Paracetamol 500 mg Tablets. The batch number can be found on the label of the medicine bottle and on the outer carton. "These tablets can only be obtained from a pharmacy with a prescription. The number of tablets you will have been given will vary depending on your prescription and you may have only received a small number of tablets." For the latest restaurant news and reviews, sign up to our food and drink newsletter here . Medicine Details: Paracetamol 500mg Tablets. Article continues below PL: 33414/0126. Active ingredient: Paracetamol. SNOMED code: 33554711000001108. GTIN: 05060014445506. The statement further added: "The tablets should be 'white capsule-shaped tablets, scored on one side', as per the Patient Information Leaflet (PIL). If you find tablets that are discoloured in any way, in pots from the listed batches, please contact your pharmacist or the healthcare professional who dispensed your prescription. "Patients who experience adverse reactions or have any questions about the medication, should seek medical attention. Any suspected adverse reactions should also be reported via the MHRA Yellow Card scheme." Article continues below The MHRA has classified the recall as Class 2, suggesting that while the defect could result in mistreatment or harm, it is not deemed life-threatening or serious. Pharmacists have been given explicit instructions: "Stop supplying the above batches immediately. Quarantine all remaining stock and return it to your supplier, using your supplier's approved process."
Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Health
- Scottish Sun
Urgent recall of paracetamol pills over ‘contamination' fears – as patients urged to check packets now
Two batches of the paracetamol have come under the recall - find out everything you need to know below DRUG ALERT Urgent recall of paracetamol pills over 'contamination' fears – as patients urged to check packets now Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BATCHES of an over-the-counter paracetamol have been recalled over fears some pills could be "contaminated". The recall notice was issued by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) after a small number of pills were found to be "discoloured". Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 The pills have been recalled as a precautionary measure due to contamination following a small number of complaints of discoloured tablets within the pots Credit: Getty Two batches of paracetamol 500mg doses made by Chelonia Healthcare Limited come under the recall. The batch codes to look out for are 2312010 and 2312011, which can be found on the packaging. Also, the affected batches have an expiry date of the 30th and 31st of November 2027 and were distributed earlier this year. The alert said: "Patients or carers should check to see if they have received tablets from the listed batches of Paracetamol 500mg Tablets. "The batch number can be found on the label of the medicine bottle and on the outer carton. These tablets can only be obtained from a pharmacy with a prescription. "The number of tablets you will have been given will vary depending on your prescription and you may have only received a small number of tablets." The recall added the pills are white and capsule-shaped, with a score on the side. And if you find tablets that are discoloured in any way, in pots from the listed batches, you should contact your pharmacist or the healthcare professional who dispensed your prescription. Patients who may have taken the medication and experience an "adverse reaction" are also urged to seek medical attention. Furthermore, any suspected adverse reactions should be reported via the MHRA Yellow Card scheme. Beware 3 of the most dangerous medicines in the world - including one found in almost EVERY home The recall notice hasn't detailed what risk, if any, there is taking the medication. But previous cases involving discoloured paracetamol tablets have been linked to fungal contamination. A similar recall was issued in Europe in 2019 after batches of the medication were found to be contaminated with Penicillium citrinum. The MHRA has described the recall as Class 2, which means the defect may cause mistreatment or harm to the patient but is not life-threatening or serious. Chemists have been told to stop supplying the affected batches immediately. What packets have been recalled? Paracetamol 500mg Tablets PL: 33414/0126 Active ingredient: Paracetamol SNOMED code: 33554711000001108 GTIN: 05060014445506 Affected lot batch numbers Batch no. 2312010 - expiry date 30/11/27 - 100 tablets (pots) - first distributed 14/4/25 Batch no. 2312011 - expiry date 31/11/27 - 100 tablets (pots) - first distributed 15/5/25 The recall adds: "Quarantine all remaining stock and return it to your supplier's approved process." Paracetamol is one of the most commonly taken medications in the UK. It's estimated just under 6,300 tonnes are sold a year. It's widely available to buy over-the-counter at shops and pharmacies, but you may be able to get it on prescription if you have long-term pain.
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Urgent recall of paracetamol pills due to contamination concern
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) said the manufacturer is recalling specific batches Patients have been instructed to return certain batches of paracetamol due to contamination concerns, according to an announcement made today. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) stated that Chelonia Healthcare Limited, the manufacturer, is recalling specific batches of Paracetamol 500mg Tablets (100 pots) as a precautionary measure. The recall is reportedly "due to contamination following a small number of complaints of discoloured tablets within the pots." The alert advised: "Patients or carers should check to see if they have received tablets from the listed batches of Paracetamol 500 mg Tablets. The batch number can be found on the label of the medicine bottle and on the outer carton. "These tablets can only be obtained from a pharmacy with a prescription. The number of tablets you will have been given will vary depending on your prescription and you may have only received a small number of tablets." Medicine Details Paracetamol 500mg Tablets PL: 33414/0126 Active ingredient: Paracetamol SNOMED code: 33554711000001108 GTIN: 05060014445506 Affected Lot Batch Numbers Batch No. The statement further added: "The tablets should be 'white capsule-shaped tablets, scored on one side', as per the Patient Information Leaflet (PIL). If you find tablets that are discoloured in any way, in pots from the listed batches, please contact your pharmacist or the healthcare professional who dispensed your prescription. "Patients who experience adverse reactions or have any questions about the medication, should seek medical attention. Any suspected adverse reactions should also be reported via the MHRA Yellow Card scheme." The MHRA has categorised the recall as Class 2, indicating that while the defect could lead to mistreatment or harm, it is not considered life-threatening or serious. Pharmacists have received clear instructions: "Stop supplying the above batches immediately. Quarantine all remaining stock and return it to your supplier, using your supplier's approved process."
Miami Herald
23-05-2025
- Health
- Miami Herald
Publix has recalled baby food due to lead levels. What shoppers should know
Publix has recalled fruit and vegetable baby food sold under its GreenWise brand in Florida and seven other states after testing found elevated amounts of lead. Publix announced the recall on its website on May 9 and it applies to all 1,404 stores in the Lakeland-based chain. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration posted its recall announcement on Thursday. The problem with lead Exposure to lead, even small amounts, can be harmful to children, especially those ages 6 and younger, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Lead can harm the brain and nervous systems and lead to developmental problems like growth and speech. What to look for The recalled baby food comes in 4-ounce pouches of GreenWise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food with a best by date of 11/1/2025. The Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) is 41415-00901. Bowman Andros produced and distributed the baby food from its Virginia plant for Publix. Where was the baby food sold? The Pear, Kiwil, Spinach & Pea Baby Food was sold in the eight states Publix has stores in: Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia and Kentucky. How did Publix find the problem? Publix discovered the problem in North Carolina and initiated the recall after routine sampling discovered elevated amounts of lead. North Carolina agricultural officials found levels at 13.4 parts per billion in the samples, according to ABC News. In January, the FDA offered a guidance report that recommended a limit of 10 parts per billion for products intended for babies and young children. 'As part of our commitment to food safety, potentially impacted products have been removed from all store shelves,' Publix Director of Communications Maria Brous said in the FDA recall announcement. 'To date, there have been no reported cases of illness.' What you should do Consumers who have purchased the GreenWise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food may return the pouches to their local store for a full refund, Brous said. Publix customers with additional questions can call the customer care department at 800-242-1227. Target baby food recall Miami's Fruselva USA recalled two lots of Good & Gather baby Pea, Zucchini, Kale & Thyme Vegetable Puree that it manufactures for Target stores nationwide in March. The concern? The possibility it contained too much lead. That Target baby food recall covered lot Nos. 4169 with a best by date of Dec. 9, 2025, and 4167 with a best by date of Dec. 7, 2025. About 25,600 4-ounce bowls were in that recall. Miami Herald reporter David J. Neal contributed to this report.
New York Post
19-05-2025
- Health
- New York Post
Publix recalls baby food pouches over suspected lead presence
Publix Super Markets has issued a voluntary recall of its GreenWise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food due to the potential presence of elevated lead levels, the company announced last week. The product, manufactured by Bowman Andros LLC and distributed exclusively to Publix stores, was sold in 4-ounce plastic pouches and is labeled with a 'best if used by' date of November 1, 2025. It carries the Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) 41415-00901. Advertisement The recall impacts stores across Publix's eight-state footprint, including Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia and Kentucky. Publix has issued a voluntary recall of its GreenWise Pear, Kiwi, Spinach & Pea Baby Food. Publix According to the company, the recall, which is being conducted in coordination with the Food and Drug Administration, was triggered by routine sampling. 'As part of our commitment to food safety, potentially impacted products have been removed from all store shelves,' Maria Brous, Publix's director of communications, said in a statement. Advertisement 'To date, there have been no reported cases of illness.' Publix is urging customers who purchased the affected baby food to return it to their local store for a full refund. Those seeking more information can contact Publix's customer care line toll-free at 1-800-242-1227 or visit the company's website at Lead exposure can be particularly harmful to infants and young children, with potential health risks including developmental delays and behavioral issues. Advertisement The FDA has tightened oversight in recent years on heavy metal content in baby food, prompting heightened industry testing and voluntary recalls like this one. The recall impacts stores across Publix's eight-state footprint, including Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia and Kentucky. Christopher Sadowski Publix, the largest employee-owned company in the United States, operates 1,404 stores and employs more than 260,000 associates. The grocery chain has built a reputation for food safety, quality and customer service and has been named to Fortune's list of best places to work for 28 consecutive years. Advertisement This latest recall follows a series of heightened concerns nationwide about contaminants in baby food, which have led to increased scrutiny from regulators, pediatricians and consumer safety groups. Consumers who suspect they may have purchased the recalled product are encouraged to check the packaging carefully and discontinue use if the GTIN and expiration date match the recalled batch. No other GreenWise or Publix baby food products are affected by the recall.
