Aprepitant capsules and Lidocaine and Prilocaine cream
Published March 9, 2023
Summary
CPSC records recall 23146, published March 9, 2023. Recalling firm: Sandoz Inc., of Princeton, New Jersey (Lidocaine and Prilocaine cream); Reported units: About 156,750.
What's the hazard
The recalled prescription drugs and products that contain lidocaine must be in child resistant packaging as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA). The packaging of the products is not child resistant, posing a risk of poisoning if the contents are swallowed by young children.
What to do
Consumers should immediately secure the medications out of the sight and reach of children and contact Sandoz for a free child resistant pouch to store the products. Once the medication is secured, consumers can continue to use the medication as directed.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Sandoz Inc., of Princeton, New Jersey (Lidocaine and Prilocaine cream)
- Manufacturer
- Sandoz Inc., of Princeton, New Jersey (Lidocaine and Prilocaine cream)
- Distributor
- Pharmacies nationwide as a prescribed medicine from October 2020 through January 2023. The prices of the medications varied based on health insurance terms and other factors.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Aprepitant capsules and Lidocaine and Prilocaine cream recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 23146 on March 9, 2023. Reported hazard: The recalled prescription drugs and products that contain lidocaine must be in child resistant packaging as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA). The packaging of the products is not child resistant, posing a risk of poisoning if the contents are swallowed by young children.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately secure the medications out of the sight and reach of children and contact Sandoz for a free child resistant pouch to store the products. Once the medication is secured, consumers can continue to use the medication as directed.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Sandoz Inc., of Princeton, New Jersey (Lidocaine and Prilocaine cream).