Severity
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No agency classActive
CPSC recall · Reported January 30, 2018
Walgreens Pain and Itch Relief Cream Recalled by Natureplex Due to Failure to Meet Child Resistant Closure Requirement
The packaging is not child resistant as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The pain and itch relief cream contains lidocaine, posing a risk of poisoning to young chi…
Natureplex LLC, of Olive Branch, Mass. recalled The recalled Well at Walgreens Pain and Itch Relief Cream tube and packaging are orange w….
Walgreens Pain and Itch Relief Cream Recalled by Natureplex Due to Failure to Meet Child … was recalled by Natureplex LLC, of Olive Branch, Mass. in January 30, 2018. Reason: The packaging is not child resistant as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The pain and itch re…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately place the recalled pain and itch relief cream out of the rea…. Verify recall #18086 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Natureplex LLC, of Olive Branch, Mass. issued this CPSC recall-The packaging is not child resistant as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The pain and itch re….
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- agency class
- January 30, 2018
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18086 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #18086) was formally reported on January 30, 2018. The CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for its recalls, so this record carries no agency severity grade, with a current status of Active. Natureplex LLC, of Olive Branch, Mass. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 74,000.
The documented reason for this recall is: The packaging is not child resistant as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The pain and itch relief cream contains lidocaine, posing a risk of poisoning to young children. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately place the recalled pain and itch relief cream out of the reach of children and return it to Walgreens for a full refund. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Children & Baby Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,772 children & baby products recalls on record
Affected scope
About 74,000
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
The recalled Well at Walgreens Pain and Itch Relief Cream tube and packaging are orange with a purple stripe with "Maximum Strength," "Pain and Itch Relief Cream 4% Lidocaine" and "NET WT 2 OZ (56.7 grams)" printed in white on the front. The Well at Walgreens logo is located on the front upper right corner. The packaging contains the UPC bar code 3 11917 18962 8 on the back.
Reason for recall
The packaging is not child resistant as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The pain and itch relief cream contains lidocaine, posing a risk of poisoning to young children.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately place the recalled pain and itch relief cream out of the reach of children and return it to Walgreens for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 18086 |
| Date reported | January 30, 2018 |
| Date initiated | January 30, 2018 |
| Recalling firm | Natureplex LLC, of Olive Branch, Mass. |
| Affected scope | About 74,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately place the recalled pain and itch relief cream out of the reach of children and return it to Walgreen…
- Check the recall number (18086) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled Well at Walgreens Pain and Itch Relief Cream tube and packaging are orange with a purple stripe with "Maximum Strength," "Pain and Itch Relief Cream 4% Lidocaine" and "NET WT 2 OZ (56.7 grams)" printed in white on the front. The Well at Walgreens logo is located on the front upper right corner. The packaging contains the UPC bar code 3 11917 18962 8 on the back.. Recalled by Natureplex LLC, of Olive Branch, Mass.. Units affected: About 74,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The packaging is not child resistant as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The pain and itch relief cream contains lidocaine, posing a risk of poisoning to young children.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately place the recalled pain and itch relief cream out of the reach of children and return it to Walgreens for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 30, 2018. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 18086.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (18086) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
Nationwide recalls with similar severity or category timing
Two federal-filing-derived peer sets for this notice, both outside the same recalling firm and filing state so the neighborhoods are not firm or geographic containment.
Similar severity · nearest report date
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Similar Children & Baby Products · nearest report date
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