FDA-Drug2026-05-27Class IIPROCESSING DEFECT
Lupin Liraglutide Injection recalled for particulate matter in cartridges
Nationwide distributionDrugs
What this means
Lupin Pharmaceuticals is recalling certain batches of Liraglutide Injection (a diabetes and weight-loss medication) because white thread-like particles have been found inside the cartridges. The affected pens are distributed nationwide. No injuries have been reported.
- Check if your Liraglutide pen is from one of the affected lot numbers listed in the recall.
- Do not use the pen if you have one of the affected lots.
- Contact your pharmacist or doctor to obtain a replacement or alternative medication.
- Return unused pens to your pharmacy for proper disposal.
The agency's original wording
Hazard
Presence of particulate matter: a white thread-like structure in the cartridge
Intended for
Adults
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold states
Nationwide within U.S
Affected count
217,621 pen injectors
Manufactured in
5801 Pelican Bay Blvd Ste 500, Naples, FL, United States
Products
Liraglutide Injection, 18 mg/3 mL (6 mg/mL), Rx only, Manufactured for: Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Naples, FL 34108, Manufactured by: Lupin Limited, Nagpur 441108, INDIA, a) 2 Pens- NDC 70748-346-02; b) 3 Pens - NDC 70748-346-03.
Official notice
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=D-0541-2026More Lupin recalls
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