Moderate riskFDA FoodClass II

BetaVet horse injectable recalled over defective vial seal

American Regent Inc. is recalling one lot of BetaVet, a betamethasone injectable suspension for intra-articular use in horses, sold in 5 mL single-dose vials. The vial crimps or seal may be loose or defective, which could affect the container's integrity. The recall covers lot 26038L2C1 (expires July 2027) and was distributed nationwide; no injuries have been reported.

From the FDA notice · Read the official notice ↗ · All American Regent recalls

What to do

  1. Check the lot number on your BetaVet vial for 26038L2C1 with expiration July 2027.
  2. Do not use vials from this lot.
  3. Contact your veterinarian or American Regent, Inc. for guidance on returns or replacement.

Is yours affected?

Compare your label or packaging with the recalled product.

Product
BetaVet - betamethasone sodium phosphate and betamethasone acetate injectable suspension, 6 mg betamethasone/mL, For Intra-Articular Use in Horses. Not for IV Use. Single Dose Vial, 1 Vial (5 mL), American Regent, Inc., Animal Health, Shirley, NY 11967, NADA # 141-418, NDC 10797-720-01.
Sold in
Nationwide
Made for
Pets

Details

Illnesses reported
None reported
Manufactured in
4150 Lyman Dr, Hilliard, Ohio, United States
Classification
Class II
Recall number
V-0008-2027

In the FDA's words

Description
BetaVet - betamethasone sodium phosphate and betamethasone acetate injectable suspension, 6 mg betamethasone/mL, For Intra-Articular Use in Horses. Not for IV Use. Single Dose Vial, 1 Vial (5 mL), American Regent, Inc., Animal Health, Shirley, NY 11967, NADA # 141-418, NDC 10797-720-01. Defective container: loose/defective crimps/seal. Lot: 26038L2C1, Expires: July 2027 Distribution: Nationwide within the U.S.
Hazard
Defective container: loose/defective crimps/seal.

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