Editorial Expires Oct 16, 2026 Posted Sep 16, 2026

Health Canada and Teva Canada Limited have issued an urgent national medical recall targeting over-the-counter and prescription-dispensed pain medication due to potential foreign material contamination.
The recall was triggered after testing revealed that a specific batch of Novo-Gesic Forte 500 mg Acetaminophen tablets may contain traces of phenolic resin or epoxy compounds. Ingesting these hard, insoluble foreign materials poses serious health risks, including severe digestive tract irritation, choking, or internal physical injury.Affected Product Identification


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Product Information




Product Name
Novo-Gesic Forte (500 mg)


Manufacturer
Teva Canada Limited


Drug Identification Number (DIN)
00482323


Bulk Supply Packaging
1,000-count bottle


Affected Lot Number
Lot No. 100083040


Expiry Date
January 31, 2029


Health Hazards & Potential Risks

Digestive Tract Damage: Particles of hardened phenolic resin or sharp epoxy fragments can cause micro-abrasions, irritat

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