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Critical RiskFDA Drug
Medications & Supplements/Over-the-Counter

Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals, Inc.: Alka-Seltzer Plus Recalled for Labeling Mix-Up and Incorrect Ingredients

Agency Publication Date: April 24, 2018
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Summary

Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is recalling approximately 188,631 units of Alka-Seltzer Plus packages due to a labeling error where the ingredients listed on the front sticker may not match the actual medication inside the carton. This recall affects packages that feature a green or orange Bayer logo located on the lower left corner of the front of the carton and include a full front panel Instant Redeemable Coupon (IRC). Consumers who have purchased these products nationwide should verify their packaging and consult a healthcare professional regarding any concerns about the ingredients they may have ingested.

Risk

The ingredients listed on the outer label may not accurately reflect the actual medication inside the box, which could lead consumers to ingest ingredients they intended to avoid or miss necessary dosage information. This poses a risk of adverse health effects if a consumer has an allergy or sensitivity to the unlisted ingredients or if the medication interacts poorly with other drugs they are taking.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your Alka-Seltzer Plus packaging for a full front panel Instant Redeemable Coupon (IRC) sticker.
  2. Look at the Bayer logo located in the lower left corner on the front of the carton; if the background of that logo is orange or green, your product is included in this recall.
  3. If your product is affected, stop using the medication immediately to avoid ingesting incorrect ingredients.
  4. Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance if you have concerns about the medication you have taken or if you have experienced any adverse reactions.
  5. Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund and contact Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals, Inc. at 1-888-723-3332 for further instructions.
  6. For additional questions or to report a complaint, contact the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA) or visit www.fda.gov/safety/recalls.

Your Remedy Options

💰Full Refund

Healthcare consultation and refund

How to: Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance. Return any unused product to the pharmacy for a refund

Affected Products

Product: Alka-Seltzer Plus with Instant Redeemable Coupon (IRC)
Model:
D-0697-2018
Lot Numbers:
Orange Bayer logo on lower left corner
Green Bayer logo on lower left corner

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 79555
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Sold By: retailers nationwide
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 188,631 units
Distributed To: Nationwide

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: FDA iRES · Raw API Response

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