FDA recall record

Hydrocodone Polistirex and Chlorpheniramine Polistirex Extended-Release Suspension recall — FDA D-1517-2019

Superpotent Drug and Failed Stability Specifications: High out-of-specification results for the active ingredients, hydrocodone and chlorpheniramine, as…

Class IIclassification
D-1517-2019official record ID
Jul 31, 2019report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordD-1517-2019
CategoryDrug Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmTris Pharma Inc.
Report dateJul 31, 2019
Recall initiation dateJul 11, 2019
Quantity2,550 bottles
LocationMonmouth Junction, NJ, United States

Official product description

Hydrocodone Polistirex and Chlorpheniramine Polistirex Extended-Release Suspension, (equivalent to 10 mg hydrocodone bitartrate and 8 mg chlorpheniramine maleate per 5 mL), 16 fl. oz. (473 mL) bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by: Tris Pharma, Inc., Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852, NDC 27808-086-02.

Why the product was recalled

Superpotent Drug and Failed Stability Specifications: High out-of-specification results for the active ingredients, hydrocodone and chlorpheniramine, as well as high out-of-specification results for the preservatives.

Distribution information

Nationwide in the USA and Puerto Rico

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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