Recall record at a glance
| Official record | D-921-2013 |
|---|---|
| Category | Drug Recalls |
| Classification | Class I |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Bethel Nutritional Consulting, Inc. |
| Report date | Sep 4, 2013 |
| Recall initiation date | Jun 11, 2013 |
| Quantity | 18,678 bottles |
| Location | New York, NY, United States |
Official product description
Bethel 30 capsules, packaged in 30 count bottles, Distributed by BETHEL INC. New York, New York
Why the product was recalled
Marketed Without An Approved NDA/ANDA: FDA analysis found this product contained undeclared sibutramine and phenolphthalein, two active ingredients that were once marketed in the U.S. but removed due to safety reasons, making this product an unapproved new drug.
Distribution information
Nationwide. Product was also available for sale via internet
How to read the classification
FDA Class I indicates a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. The classification shown here comes directly from the FDA enforcement record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit.
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