The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-1038-2016·Announced 2016-06-22

Par Pharmaceutical Recalls Pramipexole Dihydrochloride Extended Release Tablets

Par Pharmaceutical is recalling Pramipexole Dihydrochloride Extended Release tablets because they contain a known impurity above approved specification levels.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class III, which the rubric indicates is typically a score of 1 or 2 because it is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. The issue is a specification failure regarding impurities without reported injuries.

Plain-English summary

Par Pharmaceutical is recalling Pramipexole Dihydrochloride Extended Release tablets, 0.375 mg, Rx Only, 30 count bottles. The recall is due to the presence of a known product impurity above currently approved specification levels.

The affected product is manufactured by Par Pharmaceutical Companies, Inc., located in Chestnut Ridge, NY. The specific NDC number is 10370-251-11. The recall involves 12,535 bottles distributed nationwide and in Puerto Rico.

The affected lots are 27409201, 27409301, and 27409401 with an expiration date of 02/2017, and lot 27662101 with an expiration date of 07/2017. Consumers and healthcare providers should check their inventory for these specific lot numbers and expiration dates.

The recalled product

Product
Pramipexole Dihydrochloride Extended Release Tablets, 0.375 mg, Rx Only, 30 count bottles, Manufactured By: Par Pharmaceutical Companies, Inc., Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977, NDC 10370-251-11
Manufacturer
Par Pharmaceutical
Hazard
Affected units
12,535

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 (6)

  • Lot #s: 27409201
  • 27409301
  • 27409401
  • Exp. 02/2017
  • 27662101
  • Exp. 07/2017

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 1 state specifically: