FDA Announces Nationwide Tylenol Recall—Thousands of Bottles Affected

A national recall of approximately 3,000 bottles of Tylenol is underway, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

The painkiller was initially recalled in mid-October due to a “defective container,” and on Tuesday the FDA assigned the recall the second-highest risk level, Class II.

This means that taking the recalled medicine may cause “temporary or medically reversible adverse health effects” or that the possibility of serious adverse health effects is “low.”

The recalled Tylenol bottles can be identified as follows:

• Product Description: TYLENOL, Acetaminophen, Extra Strength, 24 caplets, 500 mg each
• Batch code: EJA022
• Expiry date: April 30, 2028

The 3,186 recalled bottles were distributed nationwide, but the FDA report specifically mentions Colorado, Illinois, Ohio and Indiana in the product’s distribution pattern.

Although the FDA has not provided specific instructions for the recall, the safest option is to not use the product and throw it away or return it, especially given its Class II risk level.