Amazon Recalls Over 112,000 Bottles of Extra-Strength Acetaminophen Due to Discolored Pills
Amazon has recalled over 112,000 bottles of its private label, extra-strength acetaminophen (500mg caplets) after consumers reported discolored pills. The voluntary recall, issued on September 18 and posted on the FDA's website, affects 200, 500, and 1,000-count bottles.
Tucson, AZ, October 13, 2026 —
Amazon is conducting a voluntary recall of over 112,000 bottles of its private label, extra-strength acetaminophen, specifically the 500mg caplets. The decision to recall comes after the company received reports from consumers indicating that the pills were discolored.
The recall was initiated on September 18 and has been documented on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) website. The affected product includes bottles containing 200, 500, and 1,000 caplets.
The issue prompting the recall is the presence of discolored pills, a deviation from the expected appearance of the medication. While the summary states that consumers reported the discoloration, no further details were provided regarding the specific nature or extent of the discoloration observed.
The manufacturer’s name for the private label product was not provided in the summary. Similarly, information detailing the specific actions taken by Amazon or the FDA following the report of discolored pills, such as any investigation outcomes or further consumer guidance beyond the recall itself, was not included.
This voluntary recall affects a significant quantity of the over-the-counter pain reliever. The exact number of bottles recalled is stated as exceeding 112,000. The specific distribution channels or geographic locations impacted by this recall were not detailed in the provided summary.
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