Plavix 75 mg, 30 count bottle, NDC (54868-4070-0), Rx only, Manufactured by Bristol-Meyers Squibb, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, Distributed by Physicians Total Care, Tulsa, OK 74146.

Chemical Contamination: Uncharacteristic moldy odor due to presence of 2,4,6-tribromoanisole (TBA).

Recall #: D-317-2013
Affected scope: 60 tablets
Initiated: February 8, 2011

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

Physicians Total Care, Inc. recalled Plavix 75 mg, 30 count bottle, NDC (54868-4070-0), Rx only, Manufactured by Bristol-Meyer… - a low-severity action.

Plavix 75 mg, 30 count bottle, NDC (54868-4070-0), Rx only, Manufactured by Bristol-Meyer… was recalled by Physicians Total Care, Inc. in May 15, 2013. Reason: Chemical Contamination: Uncharacteristic moldy odor due to presence of 2,4,6-tribromoanisole (TBA).. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-317-2013 with the FDA Drug before acting.

The recall

Physicians Total Care, Inc. issued this low-severity FDA Drug recall-Chemical Contamination: Uncharacteristic moldy odor due to presence of 2,4,6-tribromoanisole (TBA)..

Low
severity level: Class III
classification: May 15, 2013
reported

Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-317-2013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 1 from FDA Drug - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified low severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

Plavix 75 mg, 30 count bottle, NDC (54868-4070-0), Rx only, Manufactured by Bristol-Meyers Squibb, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, Distributed by Physicians Total Care, Tulsa, OK 74146.

Reason for recall

Chemical Contamination: Uncharacteristic moldy odor due to presence of 2,4,6-tribromoanisole (TBA).

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Drug recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class	Low (Class III)
Status	Terminated
Recall number	D-317-2013
Date reported	May 15, 2013
Date initiated	February 8, 2011
Recalling firm	Physicians Total Care, Inc.
Firm location	Tulsa, OK
Affected scope	60 tablets
Distribution	NC

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Drug enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

What to do with this recall

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Plavix 75 mg, 30 count bottle, NDC (54868-4070-0), Rx only, Manufactured by Bristol-Meyers Squibb, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, Distributed by Physicians Total Care, Tulsa, OK 74146.. Recalled by Physicians Total Care, Inc.. Units affected: 60 tablets.

Why was this product recalled? ▼

Chemical Contamination: Uncharacteristic moldy odor due to presence of 2,4,6-tribromoanisole (TBA).

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on May 15, 2013. Severity: Low. Recall number: D-317-2013.

Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼

Distribution: NC.

Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device? ▼

Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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