IVAX Pharmaceuticals Issues a Nationwide Recall of Goldline Brand Extra Strength Genapap and Extra Strength Genebs

Date of Recall
2006-05-02

Recall Details

Miami, FL -- May 2, 2006 -- IVAX Pharmaceuticals, Inc, Miami, FL, a distributor of Goldline labeled product is initiating a recall of Goldline™ brand Extra Strength Genapap 500mg (Acetaminophen) Caplets and Tablets and Extra Strength Genebs 500mg (Acetaminophen) Caplets and Tablets. The product lots identified below are being recalled due to a labeling error. Specifically, the product label should indicate that usage should not exceed 8 tablets or caplets in a 24 hour period. The erroneous label indicates not to exceed 12 tablets or caplets in a 24 hour period. In the event the maximum dosage of 8 tablets or caplets in a 24 hour period is exceeded, there may be an increased risk of acetaminophen toxicity to the liver, which may cause adverse health effects. There have been no reports of serious illness or injury relating to this labeling matter.

Consumers who purchased Extra Strength Genapap 500mg Caplets and Tablets or Extra Strength Genebs 500mg Caplets or Tablets with the lot numbers listed below should cease usage and return the product to the location of purchase.

Wholesalers and Retailers should cease distribution and examine their inventory immediately. Return all lots indicated below to the IVAX Distribution Center at the following address;

IVAX Distribution Center
100 Precision Drive
Walton, KY 41094
Attn: RECALLED RETURNS

This recall includes the following product and lot numbers;

Product Name

NDC

Strength

Lot

Expiration

Packaging

Extra-Strength Genapap Caplets

0182-2152-01

500mg

5H018D

11/2008

100 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genapap Tablets

0182-1457-01

500mg

5L020B

11/2008

100 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Tablets

0182-1453-10

500mg

5J006A

09/2008

1000 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Tablets

0182-1453-10

500mg

5F001

09/2008

1000 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Tablets

0182-1453-10

500mg

5H007

08/2007

1000 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Tablets

0182-1453-10

500mg

5H007B

08/2008

1000 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Tablets

0182-1453-10

500mg

5L014

11/2008

1000 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Tablets

0182-1453-01

500mg

5L018

11/2008

100 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Tablets

0182-1453-01

500mg

5L019

11/2008

100 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Caplets

0182-1832-01

500mg

5B003

02/2007

100 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Caplets

0182-1832-01

500mg

5F002

06/2007

100 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Caplets

0182-1832-01

500mg

5F004A

06/2007

100 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Caplets

0182-1832-01

500mg

5H003A

08/2008

100 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Caplets

0182-1832-01

500mg

5H005

08/2008

100 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Caplets

0182-1832-01

500mg

5H015

08/2008

100 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Caplets

0182-1832-01

500mg

5H016

08/2008

100 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Caplets

0182-1832-01

500mg

5H018B

11/2008

100 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Caplets

0182-1832-01

500mg

5M024

12/2008

100 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Caplets

0182-1832-01

500mg

5M030A

12/2008

100 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Caplets

0182-1832-01

500mg

6A014

01/2009

100 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Caplets

0182-1832-01

500mg

6B022B

02/2009

100 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Caplets

0182-1832-10

500mg

5B016

02/2007

1000 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Caplets

0182-1832-10

500mg

5F004

06/2007

1000 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Caplets

0182-1832-10

500mg

5F010

06/2007

1000 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Caplets

0182-1832-10

500mg

5F010C

06/2007

1000 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Caplets

0182-1832-10

500mg

5H003

08/2007

1000 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Caplets

0182-1832-10

500mg

5H018A

11/2008

1000 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Caplets

0182-1832-10

500mg

5L009B

12/2008

1000 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Caplets

0182-1832-10

500mg

5M008A

12/2008

1000 count bottles

Extra-Strength Genebs Caplets

0182-1832-10

500mg

5M030

12/2008

1000 count bottles

IVAX Pharmaceuticals is voluntarily recalling the aforementioned lots. All affected inventory is currently on hold. FDA has been apprised of this action.

The tablets/caplets themselves meet product specification, however as stated above the product labeling is incorrect and should indicate not to exceed 8 tablets or caplets in a 24 hour period.

IVAX Pharmaceuticals method of distribution is through direct accounts, which includes wholesalers and retail pharmacies. These products are sold over the counter and have been distributed nationwide and in Puerto Rico.

IVAX is notifying the direct account customers/distributors and direct ship customers who have purchased these products and lots via first class mail recall notification.

Consumers with questions may contact 1-866-262-1243.

Any adverse reactions experienced with the use of this product should also be reported to the FDA's MedWatch Program by phone at 1-800-FDA-1088, by fax at 1-800-FDA-0178, by mail at MedWatch, HF-410, FDA, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20852-9787, or on the MedWatch website at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

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