Parsel Plus (reference US product: Excedrin Tension Headache) (Acetaminophen 500 mg and Caffeine 65 mg), packaged in 2-count pouches, Distributed by Novartis Consumer Health, Inc., USA and Novartis Consumer Health S.A., Brazil, for Novartis de Venezuela. The foreign packaging do not have NDC number This product was only distributed to Novartis Brazil by the recalling firm

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot # 10121996, Exp 7/13
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Novartis Consumer Health
Reason for Recall:
Defective container: products are packaged in pouches which may not have been fully sealed
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Parsel Plus (reference US product: Excedrin Tension Headache) (Acetaminophen 500 mg and Caffeine 65 mg), packaged in 2-count pouches, Distributed by Novartis Consumer Health, Inc., USA and Novartis Consumer Health S.A., Brazil, for Novartis de Venezuela. The foreign packaging do not have NDC number This product was only distributed to Novartis Brazil by the recalling firm

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot # 10121996, Exp 7/13

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: D-846-2013

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