Pfizer Recalls Nurtec ODT Prescription Drugs Due to Failure to Meet Child Resistant Packaging Requirement; Risk of Poisoning
USPfizer Recalls Nurtec ODT Prescription Drugs Due to Failure to Meet Child Resistant Packaging Requirement; Risk of Poisoning
Recalling Firm: Biohaven Pharmaceuticals Inc., of New Haven, Conn., Pfizer Inc., of New York
Motivo del Retiro / Peligro
TranslatedThe recalled prescription drugs 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.
Descripción del Producto e Identificación
TranslatedThis recall involves prescription drugs Nurtec ODT 75 mg orally disintegrating tablets sold in cartons containing one blister card of 8 tablets. The tablets are in a non-child resistant blister card packaged in a carton that includes the name of the product, dosage strength, expiration date. The dosage strength and expiration date are printed or stamped on the blister card. The recall includes the following: Product Description NDC Number Expiration Date Nurtec® ODT (rimegepant) 75mg 8-Unit Dose blister pack 72618-3000-2 All dates through 6/2026
Productos Afectados
TranslatedNurtec® ODT (rimegepant) orally disintegrating tablets, 75mg 8-Unit Dose blister pack
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Pfizer-Recalls-Nurtec-ODT-Prescription-Drugs-Due-to-Failure-to-Meet-Child-Resistant-Packaging-Requirement-Risk-of-Poisoning |
| Title | Pfizer Recalls Nurtec ODT Prescription Drugs Due to Failure to Meet Child Resistant Packaging Requirement; Risk of Poisoning |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/RecalledNurtecODTrimegepantorallydisintegratingtablets.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Nurtec® ODT (rimegepant) orally disintegrating tablets |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/RecalledNurtecODTrimegepantorallydisintegratingtabletsblisterpackaging.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Nurtec® ODT (rimegepant) orally disintegrating tablets (blister packaging) |
| Hazards › Name | The recalled prescription drugs 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. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported |
| Products › Name | Nurtec® ODT (rimegepant) orally disintegrating tablets, 75mg 8-Unit Dose blister pack |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 4.2 million |
| Recall I D | 9565 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately secure the recalled product out of the sight and reach of children and contact Pfizer for a free child resistant pouch to store the product. Once the product is secured, consumers can continue to use it as directed. |
| Retailers › Name | Pharmacies nationwide as a prescribed medicine from December 2021 through March 2023. The prices of the product varied based on health insurance terms and other factors. |
| Recall Date | 2023-03-16T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves prescription drugs Nurtec ODT 75 mg orally disintegrating tablets sold in cartons containing one blister card of 8 tablets. The tablets are in a non-child resistant blister card packaged in a carton that includes the name of the product, dosage strength, expiration date. The dosage strength and expiration date are printed or stamped on the blister card. The recall includes the following: Product Description NDC Number Expiration Date Nurtec® ODT (rimegepant) 75mg 8-Unit Dose blister pack 72618-3000-2 All dates through 6/2026 |
| Recall Number | 23154 |
| Manufacturers › 1 › Name | Biohaven Pharmaceuticals Inc., of New Haven, Conn. |
| Manufacturers › 2 › Name | Pfizer Inc., of New York |
| Remedy Options › 1 › Option | New Instructions |
| Remedy Options › 2 › Option | Repair |
| Consumer Contact | Pfizer at 800-879-3477 Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET, online at www.pfizer.com/contact or online at www.Nurtec.com/PackagingUpdate or www.Nurtec.com and click "Recall to provide child resistant pouches to patients for storage of their medicine. Click for details" for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2023-03-16T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Pfizer Recalls Nurtec ODT Prescription Drugs Due to Failure to Meet Child Resistant Packaging Requirement; Risk of Po...?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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