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Class II · Moderate risk Terminated Initiated Jan 19, 2024 (3 years ago)

Equate Cherry Cough Drops

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

Why it was recalled

CGMP Deviations: Potential Glass and Silicone particulates in product

Cause type: Particulate / foreign matter

Visible foreign particles - glass, metal, fibers or other material - found in the product. Particles can enter from equipment wear, containers or the process, and are dangerous in injectables. All particulate / foreign matter recalls.

What was recalled

Equate Cherry Cough Drops, Menthol cough suppressant/Oral Anesthetic, a) 30 drops per bag, item number 20000462, b) 160 drops per bag, item number 20000463, Bestco, 288 Mazeppa Road, Mooresville, NC 28115

Drug: Menthol

Recalling firm
Bestco LLC
Origin
NC, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0332-2024 · FDA notice

Check, then ask. Class II means harm is possible but usually temporary or reversible. Find the lot number on your package; if it matches, ask your pharmacist about a replacement. Do not simply stop a prescribed medication on your own - the gap can be riskier than the recall. This recall is now terminated, which means the firm has finished removing the affected product; anything on pharmacy shelves today should be unaffected.

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