Procter & Gamble Recalls Vicks NyQuil Due to Illegible Labeling
Procter & Gamble is recalling 17,532 bottles of Vicks NyQuil Cold & Flu because portions of the dosing directions and warnings are obscured.
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 involves a situation where use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences. The hazard is limited to illegible labeling, which is a moderate risk.
Plain-English summary
Procter & Gamble is recalling 17,532 bottles of Vicks NyQuil Cold & Flu, Nighttime Relief, 12 FL OZ. The recall is due to a labeling defect where portions of the product labeling in the area of the dosing directions, warnings, and other information sections are obscured.
The affected product is distributed nationwide. The specific lots involved are #2278171941 and #2282171981, both with an expiration date of 09/14. The National Drug Code (NDC) for the product is 37000-808-12.
Consumers who have this product should check the lot number and expiration date on their bottles. If the product matches the recalled lots, consumers should stop using it and contact Procter & Gamble for further instructions.
The recalled product
- Product
- Vicks NyQuil Cold & Flu, Nighttime Relief, 12 FL OZ bottle, Dist. by Proctor and Gamble, Cincinnati, OH 45040. NDC 37000-808-12
- Manufacturer
- Procter & Gamble Co
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 17,532
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 (4)
- Lot #2278171941
- Exp. 09/14
- Lot #2282171981
- Exp. 09/14 .
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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