FDA-Drug2026-02-18Class IIPROCESSING DEFECT
Asteria Health estradiol pellets recalled for potential metal particulate matter
What this means
Asteria Health is recalling estradiol 22 mg pellets (Lot# 253000126, expiring 06/09/2026) because they may contain metal particulate matter. The recall affects 133 pellets distributed nationwide. No injuries have been reported.
- Stop using this estradiol product immediately if you have Lot# 253000126
- Contact your prescribing doctor or pharmacist before stopping your hormone therapy
- Return the pellets to your pharmacy or healthcare provider
- Ask your doctor about alternative estradiol products while the recall is resolved
The agency's original wording
Hazard
Presence of Foreign substance - potential presence of metal particulate matter
Intended for
Adults
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold states
Nationwide in the USA
Affected count
133 pellets
Manufactured in
432 Industrial Ln, N/A, Birmingham, AL, United States
Products
ESTRADIOL, 22 mg, 1 Sterile Pellet, Asteria Health 432 Industrial Ln, Birmingham, AL 35211, NDC: 79559-3022-32.
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=D-0313-2026Want us to check the next one for you?
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