FDA Drug Recalls

Recalls / Class II

Class IID-0411-2015

Product

PROMETHAZINE DM SYRUP (Promethazine Hydrochloride, USP and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, USP), EACH 5 ml (ONE TEASPOONFUL) CONTAINS: Promethazine Hydrochloride 6.25 mg, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 15 mg, alcohol 7%, ONE PINT (574 mL), Rx only, Manufactured for: QUALITEST PHARMACEUTICALS, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35811, NDC: 0603-1586-58.

Affected lot / code info
Lot #: 0000001099; Exp. 03/16

Why it was recalled

Presence of Foriegn Substance: Plastic cap closure particulates may be present in the product.

Recalling firm

Firm
Qualitest Pharmaceuticals
Notification channel
Letter
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Address
120 Vintage Dr NE, N/A, Huntsville, Alabama 35811-8216

Distribution

Quantity
972 bottles
Distribution pattern
Nationwide

Timeline

Recall initiated
2015-02-23
FDA classified
2015-03-12
Posted by FDA
2015-03-18
Terminated
2016-07-12
Status
Terminated

Source: openFDA Drug Enforcement endpoint. Recall record D-0411-2015. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.