US Drug Recall Register
Class II · Moderate risk Terminated Initiated Apr 12, 2013 (13 years ago)

Pentrexcilina (acetaminophen, chlorpheniramine maleate, and phenylephrine HCl) tablets…

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

Why it was recalled

Labeling: Not Elsewhere Classified: Pentrexcilina Tablets and Pentrexcilina Liquid are being recalled because the product labels are misleading because they may be confused with Pentrexyl, a prescription antibiotic used to treat respiratory illnesses in Mexico.

What was recalled

Pentrexcilina (acetaminophen, chlorpheniramine maleate, and phenylephrine HCl) tablets, 20-count tablets per carton, Distributed by: Laboratorios Norimex Co., San Diego, CA 92154, UPC 0 91965 02002 8.

Recalling firm
Opmx, LLC
Origin
CA, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-299-2013

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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