drugs Class I Updated 2014-05-28

Pfizer Us Pharmaceutical Group recalls Effexor XR (venlafaxine HCl) Extended-Release Capsules, 150

Recalled Product

Effexor XR (venlafaxine HCl) Extended-Release Capsules, 150 mg, packaged in a) 30-count Unit of Use bottles (NDC 0008-0836-21) UPC 3 0008-0836-21 7; b) 90-count Unit of Use bottles (NDC 0008-0836-22) UPC 3 0008-0836-22 4; Rx only, Distributed by Wyeth Pharmaceuticals Inc., A subsidiary of Pfizer Inc., Philadelphia, PA 19101.

Hazard / Issue

Presence of Foreign Tablets/Capsules: A Pharmacist reported that a bottle of Effexor XR 150 mg capsules contained a single peach colored capsule printed TKN250 which was identified as a Tikosyn (dofetilide) capsule.

Issued by

FDA

Distribution: Nationwide (United States)
Lot/Code Info: Lot #: a) V130142, Exp 10/15; b) V130140, Exp 10/15
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