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Recall Alert: Allergy Medications Pulled from Market Due to Child Poisoning Risks
In recent developments, several allergy medications have been recalled due to packaging issues that pose poisoning risks to children. These recalls underscore the critical importance of child-resistant packaging in preventing accidental ingestions.
Acme United’s PhysiciansCare Recall
In May 2023, Acme United recalled approximately 2,400 units of its PhysiciansCare brand allergy relief and cold and cough tablets. The products, containing active ingredients like diphenhydramine hydrochloride and acetaminophen, were found to be in non-compliant packaging that failed to meet child-resistant standards mandated by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA). This oversight posed a significant poisoning risk if young children accessed and ingested the medications. The affected products were sold exclusively on Amazon.com between January 2021 and August 2022, with prices ranging from $5 to $19.
Cabinet Health’s Refillable Medicine Bottles Recall
More recently, in February 2025, Cabinet Health issued a recall for its 4 oz. refillable medicine bottles. The plastic lids of these bottles were found to degrade after repeated use, diminishing their child-resistant effectiveness and increasing the risk of poisoning if the contents were ingested by children. This recall affected various medications, including their Allergy Relief containing Diphenhydramine HCl 25mg. The products were sold online through platforms like cabinethealth.com, Amazon.com, and Grove.co, as well as at CVS stores, from March 2023 through July 2024, priced between $10 and $20.
Safety Recommendations for Consumers
• Immediate Action: Consumers possessing these recalled products should immediately store them out of children’s reach and contact the respective companies for refunds or replacement lids.
• Secure Storage: Always store medications in their original, child-resistant packaging and keep them in locations inaccessible to children.
• Proper Disposal: If a medication is recalled or expired, follow FDA guidelines or local regulations for safe disposal to prevent accidental ingestion.
• Stay Informed: Regularly check for product recalls through official channels such as the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) or the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
These recalls highlight the necessity for manufacturers to adhere strictly to safety regulations, particularly concerning child-resistant packaging, to prevent accidental poisonings. Consumers are urged to remain vigilant about product safety announcements to ensure the well-being of their families.
Attached is a news article regarding 2000 bottles pulled from the shelves due to risk of child poisoning
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK310644/
Article written and configured by Christopher Stanley
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