The product’s name:
Nurtec® ODT Oral Disintegration Tablets (rimegepant), 75 mg, blister pack of 8 dose units
Danger:
Prescription drug recalls must be in child-resistant packaging as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA). The packaging of the products is not childproof, which creates a risk of poisoning if the contents are swallowed by young children.
revocation date:
March 16, 2023
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Description:
This recall is for Nurtec ODT 75mg ODT Prescription Tablets sold in cartons containing one blister of 8 tablets. The tablets are in a blister pack, not intended for children, and are packaged in a carton box with product name, dosage, NDC number and expiry date. Dosage strength and expiration date are printed or stamped on the blister card.
Feedback includes the following:
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Product Description |
NDC number |
expiration date |
|
Nurtek® ODT (rimegepant) 75 mg, 8 dose units, blister pack |
72618-3000-2 |
All dates up to 6/2026 |
means:
Consumers should immediately remove the recalled product from the sight and reach of children and contact Pfizer for a free child-resistant bag to store the product. Once a product is protected, consumers can continue to use it as directed.
Sold in:
Pharmacies nationwide as a prescription drug from December 2021 to March 2023. Product prices varied based on health insurance terms and other factors.
Manufacturer(s):
Biohaven Pharmaceuticals Inc., New Haven, Connecticut. and Pfizer Inc., New York
Made in:
United States
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