WellPatch¿ Capsaicin Pain Relief Patch, 0.025% Natural Capsaicin, External Analgesic, 4 Large Patches, Distributed by Consignor; The Mentholatum Company, Orchard Park, NY, Manufactured by Consignee; Mentholatum (China) Pharmaceuticals, Guangdong China --- NDC 10742-8126-2, UPC 31074201566

Class I - Dangerous
💊 Drugs Recalled: September 17, 2015 The Mentholatum Over-the-Counter Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot numbers: EL016, EL 026, EL036, EL046, Expiration Date: 12/2016
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
The Mentholatum Co.
Reason for Recall:
Labeling: Incorrect Instructions; The word not is missing from the following sentences "do bandage tightly or cover with any type of wrap except clothing and "do use with a heating pad or with other heat sources in the Drug Facts panel "Warning" section
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

WellPatch¿ Capsaicin Pain Relief Patch, 0.025% Natural Capsaicin, External Analgesic, 4 Large Patches, Distributed by Consignor; The Mentholatum Company, Orchard Park, NY, Manufactured by Consignee; Mentholatum (China) Pharmaceuticals, Guangdong China --- NDC 10742-8126-2, UPC 31074201566

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot numbers: EL016, EL 026, EL036, EL046, Expiration Date: 12/2016

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: D-0018-2016

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