| Product name |
Dr. Reddys Recalls Prescription Drug Blister Packages (various products) |
| Description |
This recall involves blister packages of prescription medications. The name and strength of the medication, For Institutional Use only, Rx Only, lot number and expiration date are printed on the outside of the package as well as on the individual blister units. The Dr. Reddys logo and NDC number are printed on the outside of the package. For a list of the recalled medications, visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's news release at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Dr-Reddys-Recalls-Prescription-Drug-Blister-Packages-Due-to-Risk-of-Poisoning |
| Problem |
The products are prescription medications that were labeled and distributed by Dr. Reddys for institutional use only. The prescription medications were distributed by third party wholesalers to retail pharmacies and could have been dispensed to consumers. The packaging of the products is not child resistant and can pose a risk of poisoning if the contents are swallowed by young children. |
| Distribution |
Dr. Reddys sold the recalled medications to wholesalers. Ultimately, these medications could have been sold to consumers at retail pharmacies in the United States at prices varying based on quantities prescribed, health insurance terms, and other factors. |
| Company |
Dr. Reddys 888-375-3784; web site www.drreddys.com |
| Dates sold |
Beginning in 2018 |
| Date posted |
02/25/2021 |
| Additional information |
For additional information, visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's news release at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Dr-Reddys-Recalls-Prescription-Drug-Blister-Packages-Due-to-Risk-of-Poisoning |
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