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Class III · Low risk Terminated Initiated Feb 20, 2014 (13 years ago)
Nicorette (nicotine polacrilex) Lozenges Mini, 4 mg, Original Flavor, 20 Lozenge and 81…
Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.
Why it was recalled
Failed Lozenge Specifications; Lozenges are overly thick, overly soft, and sub and superpotent.
What was recalled
Nicorette (nicotine polacrilex) Lozenges Mini, 4 mg, Original Flavor, 20 Lozenge and 81 Lozenge Vials, OTC. Distributed by GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare, LP, Moon Township, PA 15108, Made in Switzerland. 20 Count NDC: 0135-0509-04, 81 Count NDC: 0135-0509-02.
Recalling firm GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare; dba-GlaxoSmithKline
Origin SC, United States
Initiated by Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number D-1246-2014
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.
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Class III · Low risk Terminated Feb 20, 2014
Reason Failed Lozenge Specifications; Lozenges are overly thick, overly soft, and sub and superpotent.