Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: A stability lot was out of specification for a known impurity at the 8 month Controlled Room Temperature stability time-point.
PROMETHAZINE VC WITH CODEINE SYRUP, EACH 5 ml contains: Codeine Phosphate 10 mg, Promethazine Hydrochloride 6.25 mg, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride 5 mg, alcohol 7%, (a) 4 fl oz bottle (NDC 0603-1588-54) and (b) 16 fl oz bottle (NDC 0603-1588-58) Rx only, Manufactured for QUALITEST PHARMACEUTICALS, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35811.
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.
Reason Presence of Foreign Substance: presence of particles and white flakes in the reconstituted bottles.
Reason shortfill; reports of empty capsules.
Reason Presence of Particulate Matter: Hair was found in products
Reason Lack of Assurance of Sterility
Reason Lack of Assurance of Sterility
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