Health Canada issues recall for over-the-counter sleep and pain medications

Health Canada has issued a recall for certain brands of acetaminophen and melatonin, so you may want to check your medicine cabinet.

Recalls for some Riva Acetaminophen and Life Brand Timed Release Melatonin tablets were issued by the public health agency on Tuesday.

According to the notices, the affected products are Riva Acetaminophen Caplet 500 mg (lot number D3120) and Life Brand Timed Release Melatonin 10 mg with the following lot numbers: 4D3965YA2, 4F4495YA2, 4F44961B0, 4F44962LH, 4H49262LH and 5C47764ES.

The affected Riva Acetaminophen lot was recalled because it may contain acetaminophen 325 mg tablets instead of 500 mg.

The Life Brand melatonin recall is due to labels with incorrect dosing instructions, according to Health Canada.

The public health agency advises Canadians to do the following if they have the affected products:

• Verify if your product is affected
• Consult your healthcare provider prior to discontinuing use of the affected product(s) or for any health concerns
• Contact the recalling firm if you have any questions about the recall
• Report any health product-related side effects to Health Canada
• Report any other health product safety complaints to Health Canada