Class II · Moderate risk Ongoing
Phenylephrine Hydrochloride Injectable Solution
Reason cGMP deviations.
Wal-Mart Equate Tussin CF Adult Maximum Strength
Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.
Why it was recalled
Presence of Precipitate; white substance confirmed as Guaifenesin, an active ingredient was observed in some bottles. If the product is shaken or warmed the white particles goes into the solution.
What was recalled
Wal-Mart Equate Tussin CF Adult Maximum Strength, Multi-Symptom Cold, (dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg, guaifenesin 200 mg, phenylephrine HCI 5 mg), 8 FL OZ (235 mL) (NDC 49035-229-08; UPC Code: 6-81131-03884-30), Distributed by: Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., Bentonville, AR 72712.
- Recalling firm
- Aaron Industries Inc
- NDC code
- 49035-229-08
- Origin
- CA, United States
- Initiated by
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- FDA recall number
- D-188-2013
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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