FDAClass IIIMay 22, 2019

Relpax recall: Labeling Error

Relpax (eletriptan HBr) 40 mg, a) 12 tablets 2 cards x six 40 mg tablets per blister pack, NDC 0049-2340-05; b) 6 tablets 1 card x six 40 mg tablets per blister pack, NDC 0049-2340-45, Rx Only, Made in Ireland, Distributed by Roerig, Division of Pfizer Inc, NY NY 10017.

Why was Relpax recalled?

Labeling: Label Error on Declared Strength: an artwork error on the secondary packaging of Relpax 40 mg Tablets, indicates that each tablet contains eletriptan hydrobromide equivalent to 20mg eletriptan, instead of 40mg, on one side of the carton.

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?

Lot #s: a) W38322, Exp 10/2020, W98482, Exp 03/2021; b) W64062, Exp 01/2021, X27517, Exp 03/2021, AJ3674, Exp 11/2021.

Product
Relpax (eletriptan HBr) 40 mg, a) 12 tablets 2 cards x six 40 mg tablets per blister pack, NDC 0049-2340-05; b) 6 tablets 1 card x six 40 mg tablets per blister pack, NDC 0049-2340-45, Rx Only, Made in Ireland, Distributed by Roerig, Division of Pfizer Inc, NY NY 10017.
Recalling firm
Pfizer Inc.
Quantity
100277 tablets
Distribution
Nationwide in the USA
Recall date
May 22, 2019
Classification
Class III
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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