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June 16, 2022 • Recall #22164

Kroger Arthritis Pain Acetaminophen, 225 count bottles Recall — Aurobindo Pharma Limited, of

Aurohealth Recalls Kroger Brand Acetaminophen Due to Failure to Meet Child Resistant Packaging Requirement; Risk of Poisoning

Recall Description

This recall involves the Kroger brand acetaminophen. The red, white, and yellow label states, Kroger, Acetaminophen, Arthritis Pain, Extended-Release, Tablets USP, 650 mg, 225 extended-release tablets. The bottle has a red continuous thread gear closure. UPC number 041260012846 and lot numbers P2100890, P2100891, P2100992 (each with expiration date Aug-2023) and P2101010 (with expiration date Apr-2023) are included in this recall. The UPC number, lot number and expiration date are printed near the drug facts panel on the label on the back of the bottle.

Hazards Identified

  • The recalled over-the-counter product contains the regulated substance acetaminophen which must be in child resistant packaging as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA). The packaging of the products is not child resistant, posing a risk of poisoning if the contents are swallowed by young children.

Consumer Remedy

  • Consumers should immediately store the recalled product in a safe location out of reach and sight of children. Contact Kroger for information on how to properly dispose of the product and receive a full refund.

Affected Products

Product NameTypeUnits Affected
Kroger Arthritis Pain Acetaminophen, 225 count bottlesN/AAbout 25,660
Recalled Kroger Arthritis Pain Acetaminophen 650mg, 225 count bottle
Recalled Kroger Arthritis Pain Acetaminophen 650mg, 225 count bottle
Manufacturers
Aurobindo Pharma Limited, of Telangana, India
Retailers
Baker's, City Market, Dillons, Dillons Marketplace, Fred Meyer, Fry's Food and Drug, Fry's Marketplace, Fry's Mercado, Gerbes, JayC, JayC Food Plus, King Soopers, King Soopers Fresh Fare, King Soopers Marketplace, Kroger, Kroger Fresh Fare, Kroger Marketplace, Mariano's, Metro Market, Payless Super Market, Pick 'n Save, Pick 'n Save Marketplace, Quality Food Center (QFC), Smith's, and Smith's Marketplace stores nationwide from December 2021 through March 2022 for between $14 and $17.

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