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Children’s Liquid Advil Recalled in Canada

Feb 13, 2016 | 6:34 AM

CANADA – Health Canada is advising parents about inconsistent dosing in children and infant Advil liquid products.

As a precaution, Pfizer Consumer Healthcare has initiated a voluntary recall of 124 lots from Canadian shelves. Parents are asked to stop using the product and return it to a pharmacy.

Advil Pediatric Drops, Children’s Advil Cold, Children’s Advil Fever from Colds or Flu, Children’s Advil and Advil Pediatric Drops Fever from Colds or Flu are the products in question.

The problem arises from “clumping” in the ibuprofen. The drug sticks together if not shaken properly and results in either a dose that’s too high or too low. It was caused following a change to an emulsifying ingredient (xanthan gum) which made the ibuprofen separate over time.

However, severe side effects are unlikely if the product directions are followed and it’s shaken well before given to children.

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Low doses may not be enough to tackle symptoms like fevers, which could lead to more health issues later on. Unlikely cases of over-dosing, can lead to vomitting, dizziness, drowsiness, ringing in the ears and decreased breathing rates.

The recall has been classfied as a Type II situation, which means that the use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary adverse health consequences.No adverse events have been reported at this time.

Although, any parents that have given the product to their children and now have concerns, are asked to contact their family doctor.

Health Canada will continue to monitor the recall, and inform Canadians if new safety information arises.