Children's Ibuprofen recalls
The FDA has published 2 recalls involving Children's Ibuprofen since 2014. The latest was reported on 6 Nov 2019. Most were for manufacturing (cgmp) deviations. Taro Pharmaceuticals U has the most recalls in this group. Recalls usually affect specific lots, not every bottle on the market. Check the lot number on each recall page before acting.
Total recalls2since 2014
Last 12 months0reported
Class I00% of total
Ongoing0latest 6 Nov 2019
Recalls per month, last 24 months
click a bar for that monthSeverity split
Class I 0 0%Class II 2 100%Class III 0 0%
Why children's ibuprofen is recalled
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All children's ibuprofen recalls, newest first
2 total| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drug | CLASS II | Children's Ibuprofen Oral Suspension USP, 100 mg recalled | Taro Pharmaceuticals U | Particulate Matter | Nationwide |
| Drug | CLASS II | Children's Ibuprofen, Oral Suspension recalled | Central Shared Services | Manufacturing (CGMP) Deviations | GA, KY, TN |
Should you stop taking Children's Ibuprofen?
Not on your own. Most recalls affect specific lots from one manufacturer, and stopping a prescription suddenly can be riskier than the defect. Check your lot number and NDC against the recall, then call the pharmacy that dispensed it for a replacement.