Guardian Drug recalls TopCare Ultra Strength Antacid tablets with metallic particles. Consumers should stop using affected lots to avoid potential injury.
Presence of foreign substance: small metallic particles in chewable tablets.
Guardian Drug Co. is recalling TopCare Ultra Strength Antacid tablets due to small metallic particles in some chewable tablets. This could cause injury if swallowed, so affected consumers should stop using the product immediately.
Small metallic particles can be swallowed accidentally when chewing the tablets, potentially causing injury to the mouth, throat, or digestive tract. This hazard is serious because metal particles can cause cuts or internal damage if ingested.
Anyone who owns or uses TopCare Ultra Strength Antacid tablets with the specific lot number 1716089 (distributed by Topco) is affected. Children and individuals with swallowing difficulties are at higher risk.
Check for the lot number 171:16089 on the packaging. The product was distributed by Topco Associates LLC. in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, and expires in January 2029.
Immediately stop using the affected TopCare Ultra Strength Antacid tablets with lot number 1716089.
The lot number for this recall is 1716089.
Check the lot number on the packaging; affected products have lot number 1716089 and were distributed by Topco Associates LLC. in Elk Grove Village, Illinois.
The recall record does not specify a remedy.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Guardian Drug to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0579-2026 — Guardian Drug Guardian Drug Hello, I own a Guardian Drug that is covered by recall D-0579-2026 from Guardian Drug. 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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