US Drug Recall Register
Class II · Moderate risk Terminated Initiated Sep 17, 2015 (11 years ago)

WellPatch¿ Capsaicin Pain Relief Patch

Class II — Moderate risk. May cause temporary or reversible harm; serious harm unlikely.

Why it was recalled

Labeling: Incorrect Instructions; The word not is missing from the following sentences "do bandage tightly or cover with any type of wrap except clothing and "do use with a heating pad or with other heat sources in the Drug Facts panel "Warning" section

What was recalled

WellPatch¿ Capsaicin Pain Relief Patch, 0.025% Natural Capsaicin, External Analgesic, 4 Large Patches, Distributed by Consignor; The Mentholatum Company, Orchard Park, NY, Manufactured by Consignee; Mentholatum (China) Pharmaceuticals, Guangdong China --- NDC 10742-8126-2, UPC 31074201566

Recalling firm
The Mentholatum Co.
NDC code
10742-8126-2
Origin
NY, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0018-2016

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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