FDAClass IIIDecember 16, 2015

Meclizine Hydrochloride Tablets recall: Impurity Out of Spec

MECLIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS, 25 mg, Packaged in a) 100 ct Bottles (NDC: 60429-205-01) and b) 1000 ct Bottles (NDC: 60429-205-10), Rx Only. Manufactured by: Par Pharmaceuticals Companies Inc., Spring Valley, NY 10977. Packaged by: GSMS Incorporated, Carmarillo, CA 93012.

Why was Meclizine Hydrochloride Tablets recalled?

Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Out of specification for impurities.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

a) Lot #: GS005224, Expiry: Jul-16, Lot:#: GS007553, Expiry: Nov-17; Lot #: GS007858, Expiry: Nov-17. b) Lot #: GS002674, Expiry: Jan-16; Lot #: GS003402, Expiry:May-16; Lot #: GS003582, Expiry: Jun-16; Lot #: GS004899, Expiry: Jun-16; Lot #: GS005908, Expiry: Jun-17; Lot #: GS006088, Expiry: Jun-17; Lot #: GS006254, Expiry: Sep-17; Lot #: GS007345, Expiry: Nov-17; Lot #: GS007664, Expiry: Nov-17; Lot #: GS007803, Expiry: Nov-17; Lot #: GS008091, Expiry: Nov-17.

Product
MECLIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS, 25 mg, Packaged in a) 100 ct Bottles (NDC: 60429-205-01) and b) 1000 ct Bottles (NDC: 60429-205-10), Rx Only. Manufactured by: Par Pharmaceuticals Companies Inc., Spring Valley, NY 10977. Packaged by: GSMS Incorporated, Carmarillo, CA 93012.
Recalling firm
Golden State Medical Supply Inc.
Quantity
a) 737 Bottles; b) 3863 Bottles
Distribution
U.S. Nationwide
Recall date
December 16, 2015
Classification
Class III
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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