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Effexor XR (venlafaxine HCl) Extended-Release Capsules Recalled by Pfizer Us Pharmaceutical Group Due to Presence of Foreign Tablets/Capsules: A Pharmacist reported that...
What You Should Do
Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.
Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Pfizer Us Pharmaceutical Group directly.
Affected Products
Effexor XR (venlafaxine HCl) Extended-Release Capsules, 150 mg, packaged in a) 30-count Unit of Use bottles (NDC 0008-0836-21) UPC 3 0008-0836-21 7; b) 90-count Unit of Use bottles (NDC 0008-0836-22) UPC 3 0008-0836-22 4; Rx only, Distributed by Wyeth Pharmaceuticals Inc., A subsidiary of Pfizer Inc., Philadelphia, PA 19101.
Quantity: 49,847 bottles
Why Was This Recalled?
Presence of Foreign Tablets/Capsules: A Pharmacist reported that a bottle of Effexor XR 150 mg capsules contained a single peach colored capsule printed TKN250 which was identified as a Tikosyn (dofetilide) capsule.
Where Was This Sold?
This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.
About Pfizer Us Pharmaceutical Group
Pfizer Us Pharmaceutical Group has 4 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.
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Data sourced from the FDA (Drug). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report