Preferred Plus Antacid (RIJ Pharmaceutical) – Microbial Contamination (2018)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Preferred Plus Pharmacy Antacid Extra Strength (Aluminum Hydroxide 400mg, Magnesium Hydroxide 400mg, Simethicone 40 mg), packaged in 12 FL. OZ. (355 mL), Manufactured By: RIJ Pharmaceutical Corp.40 Commercial Avenue, Middletown, NY 10941, Distributed by: Kinray Inc. Whitestone, NY 11357 NDC 53807-158-12, UPC 353807158123
Brand
RIJ Pharmaceutical LLC
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot #: 707007, Exp. 07/19
Products Sold
Lot #: 707007, Exp. 07/19
RIJ Pharmaceutical LLC is recalling Preferred Plus Pharmacy Antacid Extra Strength (Aluminum Hydroxide 400mg, Magnesium Hydroxide 400mg, due to CGMP Deviations: Products are being recalled due to an out of specification total aerobic microbial count in a water sample.. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA drug enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
CGMP Deviations: Products are being recalled due to an out of specification total aerobic microbial count in a water sample.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm, their healthcare provider, or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 7, 2026