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Pharmaranks rates Preludin 3.6/5 for recall safety — an independent score from its FDA recall history and its manufacturer's record. Preludin (Phenmetrazine Hydrochloride) is a medication used to treat Obesity.

Phenmetrazine Hydrochloride · by Boehringer Ingelheim

72/100Limited · 1 source

Based on 1 source · Recall-safety score from FDA recall history — this product's own recalls and its manufacturer's record. Not an efficacy or quality rating. methodology →

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 22, 2026·How we rate
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Key facts

Form
Tablet, extended release, Tablet
Strength
Phenmetrazine Hydrochloride 50MG · Phenmetrazine Hydrochloride 75MG
Type
Prescription (Rx)
Brand or generic
Brand-name
May treat
obesity
FDA application
NDA011752
Availability
Discontinued (per FDA)

May treat (source: NIH RxClass)

Dosage forms

Tablet, extended release and Tablet

The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.

Ways to save

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Frequently asked questions

What does Preludin treat?
Preludin (Phenmetrazine Hydrochloride) may be used to treat obesity, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
How is Preludin rated?
pharmaranks gives Preludin a composite score of 3.6 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.
Is there a coupon or discount for Preludin?
pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Preludin. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
Who makes Preludin?
Preludin is marketed by Boehringer Ingelheim. You can see Boehringer Ingelheim's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
Is Preludin a brand-name or generic drug?
Preludin is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Phenmetrazine Hydrochloride.
Is Preludin available over the counter?
No. Preludin is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
What forms does Preludin come in?
Preludin is currently marketed as tablet, extended release and tablet, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
Is Preludin FDA-registered?
Preludin is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA011752. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Has Preludin been recalled by the FDA?
Preludin has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.
Is Preludin safe?
There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Preludin a recall-safety score of 72/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.

Information is sourced from public FDA regulatory data. Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.

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