Several Lots of Tylenol, Benadryl and Motrin Recalled
Reuters reports that Johnson and Johnson recalled 21 lots of Tylenol and other medications including Benadryl and Motrin because of a musty smell in the bottles. This recall is an extension from an original recall of 53 million bottles of these and other various products in January. The report states that the musty smell has been traced to a chemical found in the wooden pallets used to transport and ship the medications.
The additional recall was announced as a precautionary measure after the company discovered after they determined that some of the materials used to package the products had been stored on the same wooden pallets where the chemical was found. The recalled products were reportedly sold in the U.S, Trinidad and Tobago, as well as Puerto Rico and Bermuda. This is not the first time that the company has faced a recall. They reportedly announced four recalls in the past for insufficient quality control in the products. As a result of these recalls, the company has faced a lot of scrutiny from the FDA.
When a product recall involves something like medication or food for consumers, it is extremely important to ensure the safety of consumers and immediately announce a recall of any affected products. Johnson and Johnson’s actions in recalling the affected medications and their follow-up actions demonstrate that they are working to maintain the safety of consumers.
