FDA-Drug2026-02-18Class IIPROCESSING DEFECT
Asteria Health testosterone pellets recalled for potential metal particulate contamination
What this means
Asteria Health testosterone pellets (12.5 mg) may contain metal particulate matter due to a manufacturing issue. The recall affects specific lots distributed nationwide. No injuries have been reported to date.
- Stop using affected lots (251000143 and 251000160) immediately
- Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have received this product
- Return unused pellets to your pharmacy or healthcare provider
- Check your medication bottle for the lot number and expiration date
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
3,871 pellets
Manufactured in
432 Industrial Ln, N/A, Birmingham, AL, United States
Products
Testosterone, 12.5 mg, 1 Sterile Pellet, Asteria Health 432 Industrial Ln, Birmingham, AL 35211, NDC: 79559-1012-32.
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=D-0316-2026Want us to check the next one for you?
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