PlainRecalls
FDA Drug Low Class III Terminated

Theraflu Warming Relief, Multi-Symptom Cold, Acetaminophen 325mg, Dextromethorphan HBr 10mg, Phenylephrine HCL 5mg, packaged in a) 8 coated caplets (NDC 0067-6438-08) b) 24 coated caplets (NDC 0067-6438-24), Distributed by: Novartis Consumer Health, Inc., Parsippany, NJ. 07054-0622.

Reported: January 22, 2014 Initiated: May 15, 2013 #D-742-2014

Product Description

Theraflu Warming Relief, Multi-Symptom Cold, Acetaminophen 325mg, Dextromethorphan HBr 10mg, Phenylephrine HCL 5mg, packaged in a) 8 coated caplets (NDC 0067-6438-08) b) 24 coated caplets (NDC 0067-6438-24), Distributed by: Novartis Consumer Health, Inc., Parsippany, NJ. 07054-0622.

Reason for Recall

Failed Impurities/Degradation:Specifications:Unknown degradant found during stability testing

Details

Recalling Firm
Novartis Consumer Health
Units Affected
98,024/8-caplet packages and 557,548/24-caplet packages
Distribution
Distribution was made nationwide and foriegn distribution was made--Mexicio, Panama, Ecuador and Venezuela.
Location
Lincoln, NE

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Theraflu Warming Relief, Multi-Symptom Cold, Acetaminophen 325mg, Dextromethorphan HBr 10mg, Phenylephrine HCL 5mg, packaged in a) 8 coated caplets (NDC 0067-6438-08) b) 24 coated caplets (NDC 0067-6438-24), Distributed by: Novartis Consumer Health, Inc., Parsippany, NJ. 07054-0622.. Recalled by Novartis Consumer Health. Units affected: 98,024/8-caplet packages and 557,548/24-caplet packages.
Why was this product recalled?
Failed Impurities/Degradation:Specifications:Unknown degradant found during stability testing
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on January 22, 2014. Severity: Low. Recall number: D-742-2014.