South Carolina Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination (MPJE) Practice Exam

What is a common characteristic of drugs involved in a Class 3 recall?

1. Reversible serious effects

2. Unlikely to cause adverse health consequences

3. Involvement of life-threatening conditions

4. Packaging mislabeling

The correct answer is: Unlikely to cause adverse health consequences

A Class 3 recall is enacted when a product is not likely to cause any adverse health consequences. This type of recall generally pertains to situations where the defect or potential issue with the drug is not expected to pose a significant risk to the consumer’s health. Such drugs might be misbranded or contain minor issues that do not compromise their safety or efficacy. Understanding the classification of recalls is essential in pharmacy practice, as it informs pharmacists, healthcare providers, and patients about the severity and potential impact of a product issue. In a Class 3 recall, the focus is primarily on ensuring that patients are aware of any non-critical issues while reinforcing that the risk of serious health effects remains minimal.