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Pharmaranks rates Primacor 3.5/5 for recall safety — an independent score from its FDA recall history and its manufacturer's record. Primacor (Milrinone Lactate) is a phosphodiesterase 3 inhibitor used to treat Heart Failure, Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions.

Milrinone Lactate · by Sanofi Aventis US

Available as a generic: Milrinone Lactate

70/100Limited · 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 20, 2026·How we rate
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Key facts

Active ingredient
Milrinone Lactate
Form
Injectable
Strength
Milrinone Lactate EQ 1MG BASE/ML **Federal Register Determination That Product was not Discontinued or Withdrawn for Safety or Effectiveness reasons**
Type
Prescription (Rx)
Brand or generic
Brand-name
Manufacturer
Sanofi Aventis US
FDA application
NDA019436
Availability
Discontinued (per FDA)

Drug class

May treat (source: NIH RxClass)

Dosage forms

Injectable

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

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Frequently asked questions

What does Primacor treat?
Primacor (Milrinone Lactate) may be used to treat heart failure, drug-related side effects and adverse reactions, 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 Primacor rated?
pharmaranks gives Primacor a composite score of 3.5 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 Primacor?
pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Primacor. 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 Primacor?
Primacor is marketed by Sanofi Aventis US. You can see Sanofi Aventis US's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
Is Primacor a brand-name or generic drug?
Primacor is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Milrinone Lactate. Lower-cost generic equivalents containing Milrinone Lactate are available — ask your pharmacist.
Is Primacor available over the counter?
No. Primacor 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 Primacor come in?
Primacor is currently marketed as injectable, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
What class of drug is Primacor?
Primacor is classified as phosphodiesterase 3 inhibitor, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.
Is Primacor FDA-registered?
Primacor is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA019436. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Has Primacor been recalled by the FDA?
Primacor 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 Primacor safe?
There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Primacor a recall-safety score of 70/100, 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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