The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0944-2017·Announced 2017-07-12

GSK Recalls Parodontax Toothpaste Due to Possible Metal Presence

GSK Consumer Healthcare is recalling 15,708 tubes of Parodontax Whitening toothpaste due to the possibility of metal in the product.

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 corresponds to a moderate risk of temporary or medically reversible health consequences. The hazard is a potential foreign substance (metal) without reported injuries.

Plain-English summary

GSK Consumer Healthcare is voluntarily recalling 15,708 tubes of Parodontax Whitening (Stannous Fluoride) Daily Fluoride Anticavity and Antigingivitis Toothpaste. The product is a 3.4 OZ (96.4 g) tube with NDC 0135-0601-01. The recall is being conducted due to the possibility of the presence of metal in the product.

The affected product is identified by lot code G7E101 and expiration date 04/19. The recall is classified as FDA Class II. The product was distributed nationwide in the USA.

Consumers with this product should stop using it and contact GSK Consumer Healthcare for further instructions or a refund.

The recalled product

Product
PARODONTAX (STANNOUS FLUORIDE)
Brand
PARODONTAX
Affected units
15,708

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 (2)

  • G7E101
  • Exp 04/19

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Same brand · PARODONTAX