H J Harkins Company Inc (Pharma Pac) is recalling approximately 52 bottles of Children's Acetaminophen Liquid (160 mg/5 mL) and Diphenhydramine HCL Liquid (12.5 mg/5 mL) due to potential contamination with bacteria. The affected products include 4 oz bottles of Acetaminophen and 4 oz bottles of Diphenhydramine manufactured by Torrent Pharma. The recall was initiated because the products may contain Burkholderia cepacia and Ralstonia pickettii, which can cause serious infections. These medications were distributed nationwide across the United States.
The potential presence of Burkholderia cepacia and Ralstonia pickettii in these liquid medications poses a significant health risk, especially to children and individuals with weakened immune systems. These bacteria can lead to severe, life-threatening respiratory infections or other systemic illnesses if ingested or used.
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