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Allergy medication sold nationwide recalled for potentially life-threatening mix-up with wrong pills
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Emily Van de Riet , WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 23, 2026
· 1 min read
(Gray News) — An over-the-counter allergy medication sold nationwide is being recalled for a mix-up with another medication that could potentially be life-threatening. Unique Pharmaceutical Laboratories is recalling cetirizine hydrochloride tablets, an antihistamine commonly sold as a generic ver...
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Key takeaway According to the FDA, the recall includes bottles of 5-mg allergy tablets.
Why this matters in The Nashville
Nashville residents who take cetirizine hydrochloride tablets for their allergies should check their medication bottles immediately for the recalled lot numbers. The potential mix-up with ranitidine, a medication used to treat heartburn and ulcers, poses a significant risk to those with hypersensitivity to the latter. Given the medication's nationwide distribution, it's likely that many Nashville pharmacies and retailers carried the recalled product. Local pharmacies should be vigilant in removing the affected bottles from their shelves and notifying customers who may have purchased the recalled medication. The fact that a pharmacy technician's diligence prompted the recall highlights the importance of careful handling and inspection of medications at the local level. Nashville's healthcare community should be on high alert to monitor for any adverse reactions and provide guidance to patients who may have taken the contaminated medication.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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