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Labeling Mix-Up Causes Massive Generic Tylenol Recall

Incorrect labeling led to the recall of roughly 200,000 bottles of acetaminophen.

A recent FiercePharma article discussed the latest recall traced to a labeling glitch. A-S Medication Solutions was forced to recall nearly 200,000 bottles of extra-strength acetaminophen tablets when it was discovered they included incomplete prescription drug labels instead of the required OTC drug facts sheet. The 100-count bottles of 500 mg tablets were distributed nationwide by Humana as part of a Health Essentials kit that also included items like hand sanitizer, face masks, and cough drops.

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