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Mefenamic Acid Capsules Recalled by Shionogi Inc. Due to Presence of foreign substance: The recall was initiated...

Date: May 24, 2017
Company: Shionogi Inc.
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Drug)

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 Shionogi Inc. directly.

Affected Products

Mefenamic Acid Capsules, USP, 250 mg, 30-count bottle, Rx only, Distributed by Prasco Laboratories, Mason, OH 45040, Manufactured by Halo Pharmaceutical Inc., Whippany, NJ 07981, NDC 66993-070-30

Quantity: 968 bottles

Why Was This Recalled?

Presence of foreign substance: The recall was initiated due to black particles being observed while performing routine post-release stability testing on Mefenamic acid capsules

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Shionogi Inc.

Shionogi Inc. has 5 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Drug). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report