High street pharmacy chain Boots has issued an urgent recall notice on its 500mg paracetamol tablets due to a serious packaging error.
The affected product, Boots Paracetamol 500mg Tablets (16-pack), has been incorrectly labeled as Boots Aspirin 300mg Dispersible Tablets in the foiled blister insert. Customers who have purchased the affected batch are being urged not to take the medication and to return it to their nearest Boots store for a full refund.
Details of the Affected Product
- Product: Boots Paracetamol 500mg Tablets (16-pack)
- Batch Number: 241005 (printed on the bottom of the box)
- Expiry Date: December 2029
Boots has confirmed that the supplier is conducting a full investigation into the issue, including an examination of the tablets themselves to rule out any further risks.
Customer Advice
A statement from Boots read: “If you have bought the Boots Paracetamol 500mg Tablets 16s (item code 81-99-922), please return the product to your local Boots store for a full refund, with or without a receipt.”
For further information, customers can contact the Boots customer care team at 0800 915 0004.
Health and Safety Concerns
Mislabeling of medications poses a potential health risk, particularly for individuals who may have allergies, contraindications, or conditions that prevent them from taking aspirin. While there have been no reported incidents related to the error, Boots is taking immediate action to prevent any potential health risks.
Customers are urged to check their medicine cabinets and ensure that any affected products are returned as soon as possible.
