Recall of 500 mg Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Caplets: Metal Fragments Found in Caplets
The Federal Drug Administration (FDA) and Perrigo Company notified the public of a voluntary recall of 383 lots of acetaminophen 500 mg caplets manufactured and distributed under various store-brands. The concern is that small metal fragments were found in some of these caplets. The FDA has a list of stores that carry store-brands potentially affected by this recall, as well as batch numbers affected, on the their website (referenced above).
According to the FDA, there have been no injuries reported yet and no consumer complaints have been reported to the FDA. Based on limited information available, the FDA believes the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote; however, they do warn that if a consumer were to swallow an affected caplet, it could result in possible cuts to the mouth or throat.
Consumers should consult their physician immediately if they suspect they may have been injured by this product. You should save the entire bottle and the contents as well.