Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- December 26, 2025
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- GOLD STAR DISTRIBUTION
- Category
- Health & Personal Care
- Sold At
- Multiple Retailers
- Geographic Scope
- 1 states
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Drug Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- GOLD STAR DISTRIBUTION
- Product type
- Analgesic Tablet (OTC)
- Model numbers
- All lots within expiry distributed by Gold Star Distribution.
- Sold at
- Multiple Retailers
- Where affected
- ALL
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
December 26, 2025
Reported by FDA DRUG
January 21, 2026
RecallRadar source check
March 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
CGMP Deviations: Insanitary conditions including rodent exposure/activity in their distribution center.
What You Should Do
Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using this product immediately. Contact GOLD STAR DISTRIBUTION INC or your healthcare provider for guidance. Notification method: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit
About This Product
Excedrin 2'S DISP.- 30 CT is an over-the-counter analgesic product distributed by Gold Star Distribution and intended for temporary relief of headaches and minor pains.
Why This Is Dangerous
CGMP deviations described as insanitary conditions with rodent exposure at the distribution center could compromise product safety or quality.
Industry Context
This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern.
Real-World Impact
Consumers could be exposed to products produced under unsanitary conditions. There are no reported injuries to date, but the risk warrants stopping use and awaiting further guidance.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Confirm the product is Excedrin 2'S DISP.- 30 CT distributed by Gold Star Distribution.
- Check for expiry and lot information on the packaging to verify inclusion in the recall.
- Do not use the product if identified as part of the recall scope.
Where to find product info
Refer to the FDA enforcement page for D-0269-2026 and the distributor's recall notices.
What timeline to expect
No specific refund/replacement timeline is provided in the recall notice.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Document all contact attempts with Gold Star Distribution.
- If the distributor is unresponsive, file a complaint with the FDA recall program or consumer protection offices.
How to prevent similar issues
- Purchase OTC analgesics from reputable retailers.
- Check recall databases before use, especially for distribution center concerns.
- Inspect packaging for tamper-evident seals and distributor labels before use.
Documentation advice
Keep the recall notice, packaging labels, purchase receipts, and all correspondence with the distributor for records.
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Product Details
Model numbers: All lots within expiry distributed by Gold Star Distribution. Sold at: US nationwide. Sold since: Unknown. Price: Unknown.
Key Facts
- Hazard Level: HIGH
- Distributor: GOLD STAR DISTRIBUTION
- Product: EXCEDRIN 2'S DISP.- 30 CT (distributed by GOLD STAR DISTRIBUTION)
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