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Class III Recall

Wal-Tussin DM (dextromethorphan HBr/Guaifenesin), 12 FL OZ (354 mL) bottles, Distributed By: Walgreen Co. 200 Wilmot Rd.

AptaPharma Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class III for Wal-Tussin DM (dextromethorphan HBr/Guaifenesin), 12 FL OZ (354 mL) bottles, Dis by AptaPharma Inc.. Reason: Incorrect/Undeclared Excipient: Product contains alcohol.

Details

Source

Drug Recall

External ID

D-0787-2022

Action Date

2022-05-04

Status

Terminated

Category

drug

Product Description

Wal-Tussin DM (dextromethorphan HBr/Guaifenesin), 12 FL OZ (354 mL) bottles, Distributed By: Walgreen Co. 200 Wilmot Rd., Deerfield, IL 60015, NDC 0363-0324-28.

Lot/Code Info: All lots

Quantity Affected: 40000 - 50000 units

Reason for Recall

Incorrect/Undeclared Excipient: Product contains alcohol

Distribution

IL only

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2022-03-29

Company

AptaPharma Inc.

Pennsauken, NJ

Context & Analysis

This is a Class III recall. Class III recalls involve products unlikely to cause adverse health consequences, but that violate FDA regulations.

This was one of 121 drug recalls issued in the same week, part of 267 drug-related FDA actions this month.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class III recall?

A Class III recall involves products that are unlikely to cause adverse health effects but violate FDA labeling or manufacturing regulations.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (AptaPharma Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does AptaPharma Inc. have FDA actions?

This is the only FDA action we have on record for AptaPharma Inc. in our database.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "D-0787-2022" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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