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FDA Drug recall · Reported August 14, 2013

TUMS, Antacid/Calcium Supplement, ULTRA Strength 1000, Assorted Berries, 72 Chewable Tablets, GlaxoSmithKline, Moon Twp, PA 15108, NDC 0135-0181-02

Presence of Foreign Tablets/Capsules: Product labeled TUMS Ultra Assorted Berries 1000mg Chewable tables, may contain EX TUMS Assorted Berries 750mg tablets

Recall #
D-850-2013
Affected scope
300,480 bottles
Initiated
July 18, 2013
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GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. recalled TUMS, Antacid/Calcium Supplement, ULTRA Strength 1000, Assorted Berries, 72 Chewable Tabl… - a low-severity action.

TUMS, Antacid/Calcium Supplement, ULTRA Strength 1000, Assorted Berries, 72 Chewable Tabl… was recalled by GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. in August 14, 2013. Reason: Presence of Foreign Tablets/Capsules: Product labeled TUMS Ultra Assorted Berries 1000mg Chewable tables, may…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-850-2013 with the FDA Drug before acting.

The recall

GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. issued this low-severity FDA Drug recall-Presence of Foreign Tablets/Capsules: Product labeled TUMS Ultra Assorted Berries 1000mg Chewable tables, may….

Low
severity level
Class III
classification
August 14, 2013
reported

Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-850-2013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Drug action (record #D-850-2013) was formally reported on August 14, 2013, with the manufacturer initiating the action on July 18, 2013. It is classified under Low severity (Class III), with a current status of Terminated. GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Zebulon, NC. Federal records list the affected scope as 300,480 bottles.

The documented reason for this recall is: Presence of Foreign Tablets/Capsules: Product labeled TUMS Ultra Assorted Berries 1000mg Chewable tables, may contain EX TUMS Assorted Berries 750mg tablets Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: U.S. 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 - 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

Low

Affected scope

300,480 bottles

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

TUMS, Antacid/Calcium Supplement, ULTRA Strength 1000, Assorted Berries, 72 Chewable Tablets, GlaxoSmithKline, Moon Twp, PA 15108, NDC 0135-0181-02

Reason for recall

Presence of Foreign Tablets/Capsules: Product labeled TUMS Ultra Assorted Berries 1000mg Chewable tables, may contain EX TUMS Assorted Berries 750mg tablets

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Drug recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Low (Class III)
Status Terminated
Recall number D-850-2013
Date reported August 14, 2013
Date initiated July 18, 2013
Recalling firm GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
Firm location Zebulon, NC
Affected scope 300,480 bottles
Distribution U.S. 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-850-2013) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. 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?
TUMS, Antacid/Calcium Supplement, ULTRA Strength 1000, Assorted Berries, 72 Chewable Tablets, GlaxoSmithKline, Moon Twp, PA 15108, NDC 0135-0181-02. Recalled by GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.. Units affected: 300,480 bottles.
Why was this product recalled?
Presence of Foreign Tablets/Capsules: Product labeled TUMS Ultra Assorted Berries 1000mg Chewable tables, may contain EX TUMS Assorted Berries 750mg tablets
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on August 14, 2013. Severity: Low. Recall number: D-850-2013.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: U.S. Nationwide.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (D-850-2013) 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 August 14, 2013. 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.