US Drug Recall Register
Class III · Low risk Terminated Initiated Jul 6, 2015 (11 years ago)

Maximum Strength Analgesic Thera-Gesic Pain Relieving Creme Relief from: Joint and Muscle…

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

Why it was recalled

Subpotent Drug: menthol and methyl salicylate below specification

What was recalled

Maximum Strength Analgesic Thera-Gesic Pain Relieving Creme Relief from: Joint and Muscle Soreness, Arthritis, Back Aches; 1/8 Oz Sachet, OTC, Manufactured for Mission Pharmacal Company 10999 IH 10 West, Suite 1000 San Antonio, TX 78230 by Mission Pharmacal Company 38505 IH 10 West Boerne, TX 78006. NDC 0178-0320-12

Recalling firm
BioComp Pharma, Inc.
NDC code
0178-0320-12
Origin
TX, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-1233-2015

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.