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Canada: Recall: Extra Strength Ibuprofen Liquid Gel Capsules: Presence of cloudy capsules in affected lots
 
Health Canada announces that Apotex Inc. is recalling 3 lots of Extra Strength Ibuprofen Liquid Gel Capsules 400mg (lot number: 1570621, 1570621, 1570623) from retailers because of presence of cloudy capsules in affected lots due to crystallization of ibuprofen into the gelatin shell.

The product is indicated for headache pain; mild to moderate migraine headaches; relief of minor aches and pains in muscles, bones and joints; pain from inflammation associated with conditions including arthritis and physical or athletic overexertion; menstrual pain; toothache; aches and pains due to the common cold and flu; and reduction of fever.

Please refer to the following website in Health Canada for details: http://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/extra-strength-ibuprofen-liquid-gel-capsules-presence-cloudy-capsules-affected-lots

In Hong Kong, the above product is not a registered pharmaceutical product.

Ends/Tuesday, Nov 25, 2025
Issued at HKT 14:30
 
 
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