US Drug Recall Register
Class III · Low risk Terminated Initiated May 24, 2017 (9 years ago)

Mefenamic Acid, 250mg capsules, packaged in 30-count bottles, Rx Only, Distributed by…

Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.

Why it was recalled

Failed Dissolution Specifications: Low dissolution results were obtained during stability testing

What was recalled

Mefenamic Acid, 250mg capsules, packaged in 30-count bottles, Rx Only, Distributed by: Prasco Laboratories Mason, OH 45040 USA, Manufactured by: Halo Pharmaceutical Inc. Whippany, NJ 07981, NDC 66993-070-30

Recalling firm
Shionogi Inc.
NDC code
66993-070-30
Origin
GA, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0981-2017

What should you do? A recall doesn't always mean your specific bottle is affected - it often applies to certain lots only. Check the lot number on your package against the FDA notice, and talk to your pharmacist before stopping any medication.