Generic acetaminophen recalled

Due to pieces of metal in the pills. The chances of serious injury however, is less likely:

A company investigation turned up metal in roughly 200 pills, after passing 70 million of the caplets through a metal detector, according to the FDA.

Consumers who swallow any of the contaminated pills could suffer minor stomach discomfort or possible cuts to the mouth and throat, the FDA said, adding that the risk of serious injury was remote. Anyone who suspects they have been injured should contact a doctor, the agency said.

Maybe sticking with brand-name Tylenol would be a good idea for the moment.

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