Public Advisory – TUMS Peppermint Regular Strength Tablets: One lot recalled due to contamination | Tech Reddy

OTTAWA, ON, November 30, 2022 /CNW/ – A result

• Product: TUMS Peppermint Regular Strength Tablets, Three Roll Packs of 12 Tablets, Lot HA7H, NPN 01970240

• Set out: Health product – contamination, product safety

• What to do: Stop using the recalled product. If you have taken this product and have health problems, talk to your healthcare professional.

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Set out

GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare ULC is recalling a batch of TUMS Peppermint Regular Strength tablets after some tablets were found to contain fragments of fiberglass and other materials, including paper and aluminum foil. The product is sold in three roll packs of 12 tablets each and has been distributed to all countries. Canada starting from October 25, 2022.

TUMS is an antacid for adults to relieve indigestion and heartburn caused by too much stomach acid.

If consumed, the fragments should pass through the digestive system of most people without concern; however, the elderly and those with narrowed bowels due to disease or surgery may be at risk of injury.

Health Canada The company is monitoring recalls and notifying the public if any new health risks are identified.

What to do

• Stop using the recalled product. If you have used this product and are concerned about your health, please consult your doctor.

• If you have any questions about this recall, please contact GSK Consumer Healthcare (doing business as Haleon) at 1-905-507-7000 or by email at [email protected].

• Report adverse events or complaints about a health product to Health Canada.

Warning / recall type: Public council
Category: Health Products – Natural Health Products
Posted by: Health Canada

Also available in French

SOURCE Health Canada

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