Pediatrix Acetaminophen Oral Solution for children: One lot recalled due to potential risk of overdose
Critical priority
What you should do
- 1Verify the lot number on your medication.
- 2The lot number on a medication bottle is commonly found next to the expiration date.
- 3Stop using the affected product.
- 4If your child shows signs/symptoms of acetaminophen overdose, such as nausea, vomiting, lethargy, sweating, loss of appetite and pain in the upper part of the abdomen or stomach, call your local poison control centre or emergency health care services immediately.
- 5Consult a health care professional if you have questions or concerns about your child’s health.
The issue
Product safety
Affected product
Pediatrix Acetaminophen Oral Solution, 160mg/5mL
Where it was sold
Canada (national)Reported in the official notice — confirm there.
Issued by
Health Canada
Read the official Government of Canada notice
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