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Gas-X Extra Strength Softgels are being pulled from store shelves nationwide after a machine leak during packaging led to possible chemical contamination, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Manufacturer Haleon announced the voluntary recall on Tuesday (June 4), stating that four lots of 125 mg Gas-X Extra Strength Softgels in 120-count and 72-count bottles may have been exposed to a diluted propylene glycol-based coolant during the packaging process.
The affected medication, used to relieve gas-related pressure and discomfort, was distributed starting around April 13, 2026. The specific recalled lots are 120-count bottles with lot numbers TL8K, YH9X, and YH9Y, and 72-count bottles with lot number X78N—all with an expiration date of November 30, 2028.
The FDA warns that ingesting contaminated softgels could lead to symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea, but so far, no illnesses have been reported. Haleon is notifying distributors and customers by letter, email, and phone, arranging for product returns, and urging anyone with the recalled bottles to stop taking the medicine immediately and seek reimbursement through the company’s online contact form or by calling 1-800-245-1040.
Only these four lots of Gas-X Extra Strength Softgels are included in the recall; other varieties such as Gas-X Ultra, Gas-X Maximum, and Gas-X Ultimate are not affected. Haleon stated, "Consumer safety and product quality are our utmost priorities... The root cause of the contamination has been identified and repaired. Corrective and preventative actions have been implemented to prevent future recurrence."
For more details on the recall and a full list of impacted products, consumers can visit the FDA website. Anyone experiencing symptoms after taking the recalled product is advised to contact a healthcare provider.