The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-1030-2013·Announced 2013-09-18

Wellness Pharmacy Recalls Dexpanthenol Due to Microbial Contamination

Wellness Pharmacy is recalling Dexpanthenol 250mg/ml PF due to laboratory results indicating microbial contamination. The FDA expressed concern that the firm's contract testing lab results may not be reliable.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, which corresponds to a 'Severe' severity score (4) according to the rubric, as it involves a product that could cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences.

Plain-English summary

Wellness Pharmacy, Inc. is recalling 1,355 units of Dexpanthenol 250mg/ml PF, Qty: 1mL. The recall is being conducted due to laboratory results indicating microbial contamination. The FDA was concerned that test results obtained from the recalling firm's contract testing lab may not be reliable.

The affected product is identified by Lot# 130605@52 with an expiration date of 12/2/2013. The product was distributed nationwide and in Puerto Rico.

Consumers who have this product should stop using it and contact Wellness Pharmacy at 1-800-227-2627 for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Dexpanthenol 250mg/ml PF, Qty: 1mL, WELLNESS PHARMACY, 1-800-227-2627
Manufacturer
Wellness Pharmacy, Inc.
Category
Drug — Pharmaceutical
Hazard
Affected units
1,355

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (2)

  • Lot# 130605@52
  • Exp. 12/2/2013

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 1 state specifically:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 6 recalled by Wellness Pharmacy, Inc. under a single FDA (Drugs) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 6 products in this recall →

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