Boots has issued an urgent recall for a faulty batch of Paracetamol 500mg tablets 16s due to a packaging error.
It was discovered that the foiled blister insert incorrectly reads “Boots Aspirin 300mg dispersible tablets” instead of paracetamol.
Boots Paracetamol 500mg tablets 16s
Item code: 81-99-922
Batch: 241005
Expiry date: 12/2029
A batch of Paracetamol 500mg tablets 16s has been incorrectly packaged
Boots
This type of packaging error could potentially lead to medication confusion.
The supplier is currently conducting a full investigation into how the error occurred.
In the meantime, customers who have purchased this specific batch of paracetamol should check their medicine cabinets immediately.
Shoppers have been urged not to take the affected tablets and instead, return them to their local Boots for a full refund.
A refund will be issued to shoppers whether or not they can provide a receipt of purchase.
The company has made the return process straightforward to ensure all affected products are removed from circulation.
For further information regarding the recall, customers can contact the Boots Customer Care Team at 0800 915 0004.
Boots has not specified an end date for the recall, suggesting customers should return affected products as soon as possible.
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency’s deputy director of benefit-risk evaluation commented on the recall.
Dr Stephanie Millican stated: “Patient safety is always our priority. It is vitally important that you check the packaging of your Boots Paracetamol 500mg Tablets 16s and, if the batch number is 241005, you should stop using the product and return it to a Boots store for a full refund.
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“If you are unsure which pack you have purchased, or have taken Boots Paracetamol 500mg Tablets and experienced any side effects, seek advice from a healthcare professional.
“Please report any suspected adverse reactions via the MHRA’s Yellow Card scheme.
“If you have any questions or require further advice, please seek advice from your pharmacist or other relevant healthcare professional.”
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