TUMS Antacid Berries (GSK) – Glass Mineral Contamination (2022)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
TUMS Antacid, Calcium Carbonate USP 1000 mg, Assorted Berries flavor, Chewable Tablets, packaged in 72-count bottles, Dist. by: GSK CH, Warren, NJ 07059. NDC: 135-0181-02, UPC 3-0766-0746-50-8
Brand
GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare Holdings LLC
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot #: HR5W, Exp. Date 09/30/2027
Products Sold
Lot #: HR5W, Exp. Date 09/30/2027
GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare Holdings LLC is recalling TUMS Antacid, Calcium Carbonate USP 1000 mg, Assorted Berries flavor, Chewable Tablets, packaged in due to Presence of Foreign Substance: The foreign material is primarily comprised of glass mineral wool.. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA drug enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Presence of Foreign Substance: The foreign material is primarily comprised of glass mineral wool.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm, their healthcare provider, or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 7, 2026