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FDA Drug recall · Reported February 24, 2016

ACETAMINOPHEN EXTRA-STRENGTH PAIN RELIEVER tablets, 500 mg, 100-count bottle, Distributed by Medline Industries, Inc., Mundelein, ILL 60060, NDC 53329-641-30.

Labeling: Label Error on Declared Strength- Bottles containing 500 mg acetaminophen tablets mislabeled to contain 325 mg tablets.

Recall #
D-0662-2016
Affected scope
7,372 HDPE Bottles
Initiated
September 25, 2015
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Medline Industries Inc recalled ACETAMINOPHEN EXTRA-STRENGTH PAIN RELIEVER tablets, 500 mg, 100-count bottle, Distributed… - a critical-severity action.

ACETAMINOPHEN EXTRA-STRENGTH PAIN RELIEVER tablets, 500 mg, 100-count bottle, Distributed… was recalled by Medline Industries Inc in February 24, 2016. Reason: Labeling: Label Error on Declared Strength- Bottles containing 500 mg acetaminophen tablets mislabeled to con…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-0662-2016 with the FDA Drug before acting.

The recall

Medline Industries Inc issued this critical-severity FDA Drug recall-Labeling: Label Error on Declared Strength- Bottles containing 500 mg acetaminophen tablets mislabeled to con….

Critical
severity level
Class I
classification
February 24, 2016
reported

Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-0662-2016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Drug action (record #D-0662-2016) was formally reported on February 24, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on September 25, 2015. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. Medline Industries Inc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Mundelein, IL. Federal records list the affected scope as 7,372 HDPE Bottles.

The documented reason for this recall is: Labeling: Label Error on Declared Strength- Bottles containing 500 mg acetaminophen tablets mislabeled to contain 325 mg tablets. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 5 from FDA Drug - 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.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Critical

Affected scope

7,372 HDPE Bottles

Related Recalls

6

5 from same agency

Product description

ACETAMINOPHEN EXTRA-STRENGTH PAIN RELIEVER tablets, 500 mg, 100-count bottle, Distributed by Medline Industries, Inc., Mundelein, ILL 60060, NDC 53329-641-30.

Reason for recall

Labeling: Label Error on Declared Strength- Bottles containing 500 mg acetaminophen tablets mislabeled to contain 325 mg tablets.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Drug recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Critical (Class I)
Status Terminated
Recall number D-0662-2016
Date reported February 24, 2016
Date initiated September 25, 2015
Recalling firm Medline Industries Inc
Firm location Mundelein, IL
Affected scope 7,372 HDPE Bottles
Distribution Nationwide

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Drug enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

  • Check the recall number (D-0662-2016) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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  • This is a Class I (high-risk) recall, stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Drug 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?
ACETAMINOPHEN EXTRA-STRENGTH PAIN RELIEVER tablets, 500 mg, 100-count bottle, Distributed by Medline Industries, Inc., Mundelein, ILL 60060, NDC 53329-641-30.. Recalled by Medline Industries Inc. Units affected: 7,372 HDPE Bottles.
Why was this product recalled?
Labeling: Label Error on Declared Strength- Bottles containing 500 mg acetaminophen tablets mislabeled to contain 325 mg tablets.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on February 24, 2016. Severity: Critical. Recall number: D-0662-2016.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (D-0662-2016) against your product. Visit the official FDA Drug website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Drug, reported February 24, 2016. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.