HVL recalls melatonin tablets that contain a vegetarian digestive enzyme instead of melatonin. This could lead to incorrect supplement intake. Consumers should check product details and contact HVL for assistance.
Bottles contained a vegetarian digestive enzyme dietary supplement instead of melatonin.
HVL is recalling melatonin tablets that were mistakenly filled with a vegetarian digestive enzyme instead of melatonin. This means the product does not contain the intended melatonin supplement, which could lead to incorrect dosing.
The tablets were manufactured with a vegetarian digestive enzyme instead of melatonin. This means the product does not contain the intended melatonin supplement, so users may not get the intended sleep aid. The risk is low because the supplement is not harmful but incorrect.
People who purchased the melatonin tablets from HVL in Pittsburgh, PA. Those most at risk are individuals taking melatonin for sleep who may have taken the incorrect supplement.
Check for plastic bottles labeled 'Melatonin Control-Released Tablets, 60 tablets.' The lot number is 50032151, and the expiration date is December 20, 2015.
Look for the lot number 50032151 and expiration date of December 20, 2015 on the plastic bottle.
The tablets contain a vegetarian digestive enzyme instead of melatonin.
Check for plastic bottles labeled 'Melatonin Control-Released Tablets, 60 tablets' with lot number 50032151 and expiration date December 20, 2015.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact HVL directly for assistance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send HVL to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-1202-2015 — HVL HVL Hello, I own a HVL that is covered by recall F-1202-2015 from HVL. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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