A number of over-the-counter drugs, including Tylenol, Rolaids, Benadryl, Motrin, and Aspirin, were recalled as the result of a strong mildew like odor that has led to a number of complaints by consumers.
These complaints, dating back as far as 2008, make claims that the drugs not only smell tainted, but have also caused more serious side effects in consumers including nausea, stomach pain, vomiting, and diarrhea.
It is believed that a total of more than 60 million packages and 27 products are affected by this issue, which, the maker, Johnson and Johnson, blames on wooden pallets used in the transportation of packing materials. More specifically, it is linked to the presence of a chemical compound known as TBA, which is generated by fungi when it comes in contact with the fungicide 2,4,6-tribromophenol. The long term effects of TBA are not known. It is advised that if you have any of the medications affected by the recall you discontinue use immediately, and contact McNeil for further instructions to receive compensation. A complete list of recalled products can be viewed on the McNeil website at www.mcneilproductrecall.com. Also, those who believe they suffered side effects from taking effected medications should contact the FDA at www.FDA.gov/medwatch.
When will rolaids be back on the market?
Thank you,
Betty
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I have been a regular daily user of Rolaids and on February 19, 2010 I was in the emergency room with severe abdominal pain of still indeterminate origin. I went back on the 22nd as well, and even though I had a CT scan and an internal and external ultrasound none of the medical personnel were able to ascertain what the origin of my pain was. I was quite incapacitated for about a week to ten days afterward. I’m not sure if there is any connection but am certainly concerned. Thank you.
Kathy Waters
My son is 2 he has gotten high fevers, diharrea, n vomiting about 5 times this year alone 2010. The last time he had a fever was 2 weeks ago, I was giving him tylenol and motrin to control his fever,it lasted about 4 days, on da second night he woke up shivering, with his lips blue, took him to the ER n was told he just had a virus,and dat it wud go away in a few days..now I’m certain it had 21 do w this
kathy the exact same thing you described happened to my son he was in ER 10 hours had cat scan also no answers stopped motrin and tylenol and no more problems except kidney damage on cat scan
When will rolaids be back on the market ??