Chattem is recalling these products because it has received reports of first, second, and third-degree burns, as well as skin irritation.
Recalled Products
All lots and all sizes of the following Icy Hot Heat Therapy products are affected by this recall:
- Icy Hot Heat Therapy Air Activated Heat—Back
- Icy Hot Heat Therapy Air Activated Heat—Arm, Neck, and Leg
- Icy Hot Heat Therapy Air Activated Heat—Arm, Neck, and Leg, single consumer use "samples" included on a limited promotional basis in cartons of 3 oz. Aspercreme Pain Relieving Creme
This recall only involves the products listed above and does not involve any other Icy Hot or Aspercreme products.
Advice for Consumers
- Stop using the recalled Icy Hot Heat Therapy products immediately and discard them or return them to Chattem, Inc.
- Return products for a full refund by calling Chattem’s Consumer Affairs Department at 1-877-742-6275 (M-F from 8am to 4pm EST) or by visiting the company's website at www.Chattem.com.
- Report any adverse reactions experienced with Icy Hot Heat Therapy products to Chattem at 1-877-742-6275 and to FDA's MedWatch program at www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm
For More Information
Questions and Answers for Consumers
http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/safety/icyhot-qa.html
Firm Press Release
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/chattem02_08.html
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