Key Takeaway

Theraflu MAX-D Severe Cold & Flu (acetaminophen 1000 mg, dextromethorphan HBr 30 mg, guaifenesin 400 mg, pseudoephedrine HCl 60 mg) powder packets, Natural Citrus flavor, 6-count packets per carton, by Novartis Consumer Health was recalled on June 18, 2013. The hazard: Presence of Foreign Substance: The products are being recalled because they may contain foreign substances.

FDA Drug Class II Terminated

Theraflu MAX-D Severe Cold & Flu (acetaminophen 1000 mg, dextromethorphan HBr 30 mg, guaifenesin 400 mg, pseudoephedrine HCl 60 mg) powder packets, Natural Citrus flavor, 6-count packets per carton,

Recalled: June 18, 2013 ~868,104 cartons units affected D-753-2014

Description

Theraflu MAX-D Severe Cold & Flu (acetaminophen 1000 mg, dextromethorphan HBr 30 mg, guaifenesin 400 mg, pseudoephedrine HCl 60 mg) powder packets, Natural Citrus flavor, 6-count packets per carton, Distributed by: Novartis Consumer Health, Inc., Parsippany, NJ 07054-0622, NDC 0067-6427-06, UPC 3 0067-6427-06 5. Also packaged under foreign label: NeoCitran Extra Strength Total 7 Symptom Relief Plus Mucous Relief powder packets, Soothing Lemon flavor, 10-count single dose pouches per carton, Novartis Consumer Health Canada, Inc., Mississauga, ON, UPC 0 58478 10701 1.

Hazard / Reason

Presence of Foreign Substance: The products are being recalled because they may contain foreign substances.

Class II: Product that may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences.

Class II indicates the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects. The probability of serious harm is considered remote.

Products Affected

Theraflu MAX-D Severe Cold & Flu (acetaminophen 1000 mg, dextromethorphan HBr 30 mg, guaifenesin 400 mg, pseudoephedrine HCl 60 mg) powder packets, Natural Citrus flavor, 6-count packets per carton,

Drugs

Company Information

Novartis Consumer Health

Lincoln, NE, United States

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Distribution

Nationwide, Mexico, Russia, Korea, Panama, China, and Canada.

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