Perrigo Recalls Tamper-Resistant PSE Product Due To Contamination
Executive Summary
FDA on Dec. 21 identified the recall as class II, for violative products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences though the probability of serious consequences is remote. Perrigo acquired the Zephrex-D brand and rights to the formulation in 2016.
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