The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0419-2015·Announced 2015-03-25

Tarmac Recalls Antacid Liquid Due to Microbial Contamination

Tarmac Products is recalling specific lots of Antacid Liquid Regular Strength because they failed microbiological testing at the 12-month time point.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, which typically indicates a situation where use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences. The source text does not report any illnesses or injuries, and the hazard is identified as a failure in microbiological testing rather than a confirmed high-risk pathogen outbreak.

Plain-English summary

Tarmac Products, Inc. is recalling 78,591 bottles of Antacid Liquid Regular Strength Antacid & Anti-Gas (Mint flavor, 12 fl oz). The product is distributed by Walgreen Co. and contains aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone.

The recall was initiated because the affected lots failed microbiological testing at the 12-month time point. The specific lots involved are 7599, 7600, 7622, and 7623, all with an expiration date of 10/15. These products were distributed nationwide.

Consumers should check their bottles for the listed lot numbers and expiration date. If the product matches the recalled description, consumers should stop using it and follow the instructions provided by the recalling firm or retailer for disposal or return.

The recalled product

Product
Antacid Liquid Regular Strength Antacid & Anti-Gas (Aluminum hydroxide 200 mg, Magnesium hydroxide 200 mg, Simethicone 20 mg (in each 5 mL, 1 teaspoon), Mint flavor, 12 fl oz (355 mL) bottle, Distributed By: Walgreen Co., 200 Wilmot Rd., Deerfield, IL 60015, NDC 0363-0073-02, UP
Manufacturer
Tarmac Products, Inc.
Category
Drug — Antacid
Hazard
Affected units
78,591

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (5)

  • Lot #: 7599 (Refer to lot 13L0009)
  • 7600 (Refer to lot 13K0014)
  • 7622 (Refer to lot 13L0008)
  • 7623 (Refer to lot 13K0015)
  • Exp 10/15

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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