FDA-Drug2026-02-18Class IIPROCESSING DEFECT
Asteria Health testosterone-triamcinolone pellets recalled for potential metal particulate matter
What this means
Asteria Health has recalled a specific lot of testosterone and triamcinolone acetonide pellets because they may contain metal particulate matter. This contamination was discovered during manufacturing. The affected lot is 256000103, which expires July 28, 2026.
- Check if you have lot #256000103 (expiration 07/28/2026)
- Do not use pellets from this lot
- Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance on your treatment
- Return the product to your pharmacy or contact Asteria Health for instructions
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
1,631 pellets
Manufactured in
432 Industrial Ln, N/A, Birmingham, AL, United States
Products
Testosterone 87.5mg, Triamcinolone Acetonide17.5 mcg, 1 Sterile Pellet, Asteria Health 432 Industrial Ln, Birmingham, AL 35211, NDC: 79559-6087-32.
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=D-0330-2026Want us to check the next one for you?
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