FDA-Drug2026-02-18Class IIPROCESSING DEFECT
Asteria Health testosterone pellets recalled for potential metal particulate matter contamination
What this means
Asteria Health is recalling testosterone pellets (18.0 mg, lot #251000126, expiring 06/03/2026) because they may contain metal particulate matter. The recall affects 146 pellets distributed nationwide. No injuries have been reported.
- Stop using this testosterone product immediately if you have the affected lot number
- Contact your doctor or healthcare provider right away
- Return unused pellets to your pharmacy or healthcare provider
- Check the lot number on your medication; it is printed on the packaging
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
146 pellets
Manufactured in
432 Industrial Ln, N/A, Birmingham, AL, United States
Products
Testosterone, 18.0 mg, 1 Sterile Pellet, Asteria Health 432 Industrial Ln, Birmingham, AL 35211, NDC: 79559-1018-32.
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=D-0317-2026Want us to check the next one for you?
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