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Medium RiskFDA Vet
Pets & Animals/Pet Medications

Norbrook Inc: PUTNEY Carprofen Caplets Recalled for Potential Metal Fragment Contamination

Agency Publication Date: January 20, 2015
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Summary

Norbrook Inc. is recalling approximately 651,240 PUTNEY Carprofen Caplets (100 mg), a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug used for pets, packaged in 180-count bottles. This recall was initiated after a customer reported finding a metal fragment embedded within a single caplet. The affected product can be identified by the label stating 'Norbrook Laboratories Limited, Newry, Northern Ireland' and was distributed nationwide.

Risk

If a pet consumes a caplet containing a metal fragment, it could cause internal injuries, such as cuts or perforations in the digestive tract, or pose a choking hazard. One incident of a consumer finding a metal fragment has been reported.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your pet's medication for PUTNEY Carprofen Caplets (100 mg) in 180-count bottles with Lot Number 4202-220.
  2. Immediately stop using the medication from the affected lot to prevent potential injury to your pet.
  3. Contact your veterinarian or pharmacist for guidance regarding your pet's treatment and to report any concerns.
  4. Return any unused caplets from Lot 4202-220 to the pharmacy or place of purchase for a full refund.
  5. Contact Norbrook Inc. at their Lenexa, Kansas location or the manufacturer listed on the label for further instructions.
  6. For additional questions, contact the FDA's Center for Veterinary Medicine at 240-402-7002.

Your Remedy Options

💰Full Refund

Veterinary drug refund

How to: Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance. Return any unused product to the pharmacy for a refund

Affected Products

Product: PUTNEY Carprofen Caplets (100 mg, 180-ct bottle)
Model:
V-210-2015
Lot Numbers:
4202-220

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 69691
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: Norbrook Inc
Sold By: veterinary clinics; pharmacies
Manufactured In: United States, United Kingdom
Units Affected: 651,240 / 100mg caplets (3,618 x 180-ct bottles)
Distributed To: Nationwide

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: FDA iRES · Raw API Response