Key Takeaway

Namenda XR (memantine HCl), sample pack, 28 mg, extended release capsules, packaged in 5-count sample packs, Rx only, Forest Pharmaceuticals Inc., St. Louis, MO 63045 NDC 0456-3428-05. by Forest Pharmaceuticals Inc was recalled on November 13, 2013. The hazard: Failed Dissolution Specifications: Three lots of product being recalled having failed stability dissolution testing.

FDA Drug Class III Terminated

Namenda XR (memantine HCl), sample pack, 28 mg, extended release capsules, packaged in 5-count sample packs, Rx only, Forest Pharmaceuticals Inc., St. Louis, MO 63045 NDC 0456-3428-05.

Recalled: November 13, 2013 ~111,384 sample packs units affected D-1065-2014

Description

Namenda XR (memantine HCl), sample pack, 28 mg, extended release capsules, packaged in 5-count sample packs, Rx only, Forest Pharmaceuticals Inc., St. Louis, MO 63045 NDC 0456-3428-05.

Hazard / Reason

Failed Dissolution Specifications: Three lots of product being recalled having failed stability dissolution testing.

Class III: Product that is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.

Class III is the least severe classification. The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences but still violates FDA regulations.

Products Affected

Namenda XR (memantine HCl), sample pack, 28 mg, extended release capsules, packaged in 5-count sample packs, Rx only, Forest Pharmaceuticals Inc., St. Louis, MO 63045 NDC 0456-3428-05.

Drugs

Company Information

Forest Pharmaceuticals Inc

Earth City, MO, United States

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Distribution

Nationwide and Puerto Rico.

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