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Tylenol Recall Follows Deadly Poisonings in Chicago

October 6, 1982 ยท Chicago, October 5

In a tragic series of events that has shocked the nation, seven individuals in Chicago have succumbed to cyanide poisoning after ingesting Tylenol capsules. The capsules were found to contain a lethal dose of cyanide, an addition that was not present in the original product.

Chicago authorities and the manufacturer, Johnson & Johnson, are working in tandem to investigate the source of the contamination. This incident has led to the immediate recall of all Tylenol products across the country. The recall encompasses not only the capsules but also other forms of Tylenol available in the market.

With acetaminophen being a widely used over-the-counter medication, the safety of consumers is now in question. The incident has raised concerns about the security of pharmaceutical products and the potential for tampering with packaged goods. Authorities are urging consumers to return all Tylenol products to retail stores or pharmacies until further notice.

Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tylenol

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