FDAClass IISeptember 4, 2019

Relpax recall: Sterility Concern

RELPAX (eletriptan HBr) tablets, 40 mg, packaged in a) 6-count (1 card x 6 tablets) per carton, NDC 0049-2340-45; b) 12-count (2 cards x 6 tablets) per carton, NDC 0049-2340-05, Rx only, Made in Ireland, Distributed by Pfizer Roerig, Division of Pfizer Inc., NY, NY 10017.

Why was Relpax recalled?

Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: contamination with Burkholderia and Pseudomonas.

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 #: a) AR5407, Exp 2022 FEB; b) CD4565, Exp 2022 FEB

Product
RELPAX (eletriptan HBr) tablets, 40 mg, packaged in a) 6-count (1 card x 6 tablets) per carton, NDC 0049-2340-45; b) 12-count (2 cards x 6 tablets) per carton, NDC 0049-2340-05, Rx only, Made in Ireland, Distributed by Pfizer Roerig, Division of Pfizer Inc., NY, NY 10017.
Recalling firm
Pfizer Inc.
Quantity
a) 20,117 cartons; b) 2,502 cartons
Distribution
Nationwide in the USA and Puerto Rico.
Recall date
September 4, 2019
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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