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Advil and Advil PM dispenser packs recalled for rodent exposure

Advil Ibuprofen and Advil PM dispenser packs distributed by Gold Star Distribution Inc. were stored in conditions that did not meet safety standards, including rodent exposure at their distribution center. The affected products were distributed nationwide. No injuries have been reported.

From the FDA notice · Read the official notice ↗ · All Gold Star Distribution recalls

What to do

  1. Check your Advil Ibuprofen or Advil PM dispenser packs for the UPCs 305730154895 or 305730164559
  2. Do not use affected products
  3. Throw away or return to the retailer where you purchased them
  4. Contact FDA or your healthcare provider if you have questions
Official notice ↗

Is yours affected?

Compare your label or packaging with the recalled product.

Product
Advil a) Ibuprofen, Dispenser Pack, 2 tablet packets in box containing 50 individual packets, UPC: 305730154895; b) PM, Ibuprofen, Dispenser Pack, 2 Caplet packets in box containing 50 packets, UPC: 305730164559
UPC codes
  • 305730154895
  • 305730164559
Sold in
Nationwide
Made for
Adults (0 months and older)

This recall covers 27 products — see all of them.

Details

Units affected
Unkown
Illnesses reported
None reported
Manufactured in
1000 Humboldt Ave N, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Classification
Class II
Recall number
D-0261-2026

In the FDA's words

Description
Advil a) Ibuprofen, Dispenser Pack, 2 tablet packets in box containing 50 individual packets, UPC: 305730154895; b) PM, Ibuprofen, Dispenser Pack, 2 Caplet packets in box containing 50 packets, UPC: 305730164559 CGMP Deviations: Insanitary conditions including rodent exposure/activity in their distribution center. All lots within expiry distributed by Gold Star Distribution. Distribution: US Nationwide. Affected quantity: Unkown
Hazard
CGMP Deviations: Insanitary conditions including rodent exposure/activity in their distribution center.

27 products in this recall

Advil, Tylenol and more OTC medicines recalled for rodent exposure

Gold Star Distribution is recalling 27 over-the-counter products, including pain relievers, cold and flu medicines, antacids, cough drops, skin and lip care, petroleum jelly, rubbing alcohol and mouthwash. The products were stored or distributed from a facility with insanitary conditions, including rodent exposure and activity. No injuries have been reported.

The agency lists each product separately. Check every one you might have.

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