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Allergy medication sold nationwide recalled for potentially life-threatening mix-up with wrong pills
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Emily Van de Riet , Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· July 23, 2026
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(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 Atlanta
The recall of cetirizine hydrochloride tablets by Unique Pharmaceutical Laboratories has significant implications for Atlanta residents who rely on this medication for allergy relief. Given that the recalled medication was sold nationwide at several retailers, it is likely that many Atlantans may have purchased the affected products. The potential contamination with ranitidine, a medication that can cause life-threatening reactions in people with hypersensitivity, is a serious concern. Atlantans who take this medication should immediately check the lot numbers on their bottles and visit the FDA's website for more information. Local pharmacies and healthcare providers should also be vigilant in notifying patients who may have been affected by the recall. As the recall process unfolds, Atlanta residents should be aware of the resources available to them, including the contact information for Rising Pharma Holdings Inc. and the FDA's online reporting system for adverse reactions.
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Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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