Drug and pharmaceutical recalls
17624 federal recalls on file. Federal recalls for prescription drugs, OTC medications, supplements, and pharmaceuticals. Sourced from the FDA and translated into plain English.
- 2020-03-04FDA-DrugTaro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.Class IPhenytoin Oral Suspension USP, 125 mg/5 mL potency, 8 fl oz (237 mL) Rx Only Mfd. by: Taro Pharmaceuticals Industries Ltd. Haifa Bay, Israel 2624761 Dist. by: Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A. Inc. Hawthorne, NY 10532, NDC 51672-4069-1
Resuspension Problems: Two lots of Phenytoin Oral Suspension USP 125mg/5mL may coagulate and may not resuspend as per the label copy instructions.
- 2020-03-04FDA-DrugAkorn, Inc.Class IIICVS Health Sodium Chloride Ophthalmic Ointment USP, 5%, 3.5 g tubes, Distributed By: CVS Pharmacy Inc. One CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895, NDC 59779-303-01
Presence of Particulate Matter: Brown spots observed on the inside of the tube of product, identified as tin with trace copper, which are the base of the materials of construction for the tube.
- 2020-03-04FDA-DrugAkorn, Inc.Class IIIWell at Walgreens Sodium Chloride Ophthalmic Ointment USP, 5%, 3.5 g tubes, Distributed by: Walgreen Co. 200 Wilmot Rd., Deerfield, IL 60015. NDC 0363-9050-00.
Presence of Particulate Matter: Brown spots observed on the inside of the tube of product, identified as tin with trace copper, which are the base of the materials of construction for the tube.
- 2020-03-04FDA-DrugAkorn, Inc.Class IIISodium Chloride Ophthalmic Ointment USP, 5%, 3.5 g tubes, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045. NDC 17478-622-35
Presence of Particulate Matter: Brown spots observed on the inside of the tube of product, identified as tin with trace copper, which are the base of the materials of construction for the tube.
- 2020-03-04FDA-DrugGolden State Medical Supply Inc.Class IIITRAMADOL HYDROCHLORIDE Tablets, USP, 50 mg, Rx Only a)100-count bottles (NDC 60429-588-01) b) 500-count bottle (NDC 60429-588-05) Manufactured by Teva Czech Industries, s.r.o. Opava-Komarov, Czech Republic, Packaged by GSMS Incorporated, Camarillo, CA 93012
Labeling: Incorrect package insert - Patient leaflets for the specified lots of unscored tablets contain language relative to a 25 mg dosing titration that necessitates the use of a scored 50 mg tablet.
- 2020-02-26FDA-DrugAuroMedics Pharma LLCClass IIIGlycopyrrolate Injection, USP 4 mg per 20 mL (0.2 mg/mL), 20 mL Multiple Dose Vial, Rx Only, For Intramuscular or Intravenous Use, Not for Use in Newborns, Contains Benzyl Alcohol, Distributed by: AuroMedics Pharma LLC, 279 Princeton-Hightstown Rd., E. Windsor, NJ, 08520, Made in India, NDC 55150-295-20.
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: elevated levels of Benzaldehyde impurity was found in investigative samples (retain samples).
- 2020-02-26FDA-DrugTeva Pharmaceuticals USAClass IIITramadol Hydrochloride Tablets USP CIV, 50 mg, packaged in a) 100-count bottles (NDC 0093-0058-01), b) 500-count bottles (NDC 0093-0058-05), RX only, Manufactured in Czech Republic for: Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., North Wales, PA 19545
Labeling: Incorrect package insert - Patient leaflets for the specified lots of unscored tablets contain language relative to a 25 mg dosing titration that necessitates the use of a scored 50 mg tablet.
- 2020-02-26FDA-DrugNCS Healthcare of Kentucky IncClass IIGlycopyrrolate Tabs, USP, 1 mg, 30-count unit dose blister card, FOR INSTITUTIONAL USE ONLY, Rx Only, Packaged by Vangard, Glasgow, KY 42141; NDC 0615-8170-39.
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specification: High Out of Specification Results for Individual Unknown Impurity.
- 2020-02-26FDA-DrugAmerican Health PackagingClass IIDesmopressin Acetate Tablets, 0.2 mg, 30 tablets (3 x 10 unit dose blister cards), Rx Only, Packaged and distributed by: American Health Packaging, Columbus, Ohio 43217. NDC Carton: 68084-604-21; NDC Unit Dose 68084-604-11
GMP Deviations: Product bottle may be absent of desiccant.
- 2020-02-26FDA-DrugAmerican Health PackagingClass IIDesmopressin Acetate Tablets, 0.1 mg, 30 tablets (3 x 10 unit dose blister cards), Rx Only, Packaged and distributed by: American Health Packaging, Columbus, Ohio 43217. NDC Carton: 68084-606-21; NDC Unit Dose 68084-606-11
GMP Deviations: Product bottle may be absent of desiccant.
- 2020-02-26FDA-DrugThe Harvard Drug GroupClass IIIMemantine Hydrochloride Extended-release Capsules, 28mg, packaged in 100-count Unit Dose Cartons , Rx only, Manufactured for: Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Baltimore, Maryland 21202 United States; Distributed by: Major Pharmaceuticals, 17177 N Laurel Park Dr., Suite 233, Livonia, MI 48152 USA, NDC 0904-6735-61
Failed Dissolution Specifications: High out of specification result observed at stability studies.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DrugGSK Consumer Health, IncClass IITheraflu Cough Relief, Dextromethorphan HBr and Guaifensin, 6 packets per carton. Distributed by: GSK Consumer Healthcare, Warren, NJ 07059. NDC carton: 0067-6089-01, NDC packet: 0067-6089-03
Labeling: Label Lacks Warning: Product recalled due to absence of a warning statement on the product label, Ask a doctor before use if you have a sodium-restricted diet.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DrugRemedyRepack Inc.Class IKetorolac Trom, 30 mg/1mL Inj. for I.V./I.M. Use, Rx Only, QTY: 1 ml, Repackaged by: RemedyRepack Inc., Indiana, PA 15701 NDC 70518-1239-00
Presence of Particulate Matter: Medication relabeled at facility was recalled by the manufacturer due to small black particles noticed during routine visual inspection. of retain samples.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DrugContract Pharmacal CorporationClass IIMajor Extra Strength Acetaminophen Tablets, 500 mg Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer, packaged in a) 100-count bottles (NDC 0904-6730-60; UPC 3 09046 73060 6) and b) 1000-count bottles (NDC 0904-6730-80; UPC 3 09046 73080 4) Distributed by Major Pharmaceuticals 17177 N. Laurel Park Drive, Suite 233 Livonia, MI 45162 USA
Presence of Foreign Tablets/Capsules: Complaint involving one Women's Prenatal dietary supplement tablet commingled in a bottle of Extra Strength Acetaminophen 500 mg contents 1000 count bottle.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DrugContract Pharmacal CorporationClass IILeader Extra Strength Acetaminophen Tablets, 500 mg Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer,100-count bottles,Distributed by Cardinal Health, Dublin OHIO 43017 NDC 7000-0036-1, UPC 0 96295 13807 8
Presence of Foreign Tablets/Capsules: Complaint involving one Women's Prenatal dietary supplement tablet commingled in a bottle of Extra Strength Acetaminophen 500 mg contents 1000 count bottle.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DrugLupin Pharmaceuticals Inc.Class IIMemantine Hydrochloride Extended Release Capsules, 21 mg, 30-count bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Baltimore, Maryland 21202 United States. Manufactured by: Lupin Limited Pithampur (M.P.)-454 775, INDIA, NDC 68180-248-06
Failed Dissolution Specifications: Low out of specification results observed in dissolution test at six-month long-term stability study.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DrugAmerican Health PackagingClass IIRaloxifene Hydrochloride Tablets, USP, 60 mg, 30 Tablets (3 x 10 blister cards), Rx Only, Packaged and Distributed by: American Health Packaging, Columbus, Ohio 43217. NDC carton: 60687-266-21; NDC Unit Dose: 60687-266-11
Failed Dissolution Specifications: Low out of specification results obtained during stability testing.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DrugAuroMedics Pharma LLCClass IIAmoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium Tablets, USP, 875 mg/125 mg, 20-count bottles, Distributed by: Aurobindo Pharma USA. Inc. 279 Princeton-Hightstown Road East Windsor, NJ 08520 Made in India; NDC 65862-503-20
Presence of Foreign Substance: Customer complaint of a foreign substance identified as nylon cable tie
- 2020-02-19FDA-DrugEfficient Laboratories, Inc.Class IINew! Rompe Pecho MAX Multi Symptoms, 8 FL. Oz (237 mL) bottle, Distributed by: Efficient Laboratories, Inc. Miami, FL 33166. UPC 0 00856 00309 5
Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products
- 2020-02-19FDA-DrugEfficient Laboratories, Inc.Class IIRompe Pecho EX Expectorant, 6 FL. Oz (178 mL) bottle, Distributed by: Efficient Laboratories, Inc. Miami, FL 33166. UPC 0 00856 30106 1
Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products
- 2020-02-19FDA-DrugEfficient Laboratories, Inc.Class IIRompe Pecho CF Cold & Flu with Honey, 6 FL. Oz (178 mL) bottle, Distributed by: Efficient Laboratories, Inc. Miami, FL 33166.UPC 0 00856 33106 8
Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products
- 2020-02-19FDA-DrugPar Pharmaceutical Inc.Class IIIFrovatriptan Succinate Tablets, 2.5mg, packaged in 1 blister card of 9 tablets per carton, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Almac Pharma Services Limited, Craigavon, BT63 5UA, UK; Manufactured for: Par Pharmaceutical, Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977, NDC 0603-3718-34.
Labeling: Incorrect or Missing Lot and/or Exp Date: Product incorrectly labeled with an expiration date of August 2022 rather than the correct expiration date of April 2022.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DrugPfizer Inc.Class IICaduet (amlodipine besylate/atorvastatin calcium) Tablets, 10 mg/10 mg*, 30-count bottle, Rx only, Distributed by: Pfizer Labs, Division of Pfizer Inc. NY, NY 10017, Made in Germany, NDC 0069-2160-30.
Defective Container: products potentially could have been packaged in defective bottles, with a notched rim, that could cause inadequate foil sealing resulting in lack of moisture protection.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DrugPfizer Inc.Class IICaduet (amlodipine besylate/atorvastatin calcium) Tablets, 10 mg/20 mg*, 30-count bottle, Rx only, Distributed by: Pfizer Labs, Division of Pfizer Inc. NY, NY 10017, Made in Germany, NDC 0069-2180-30.
Defective Container: products potentially could have been packaged in defective bottles, with a notched rim, that could cause inadequate foil sealing resulting in lack of moisture protection.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DrugB AND A TRADING CORPORATIONClass IIKushim Tablets (Gushim) 45-count packages, Label in foreign language
Marketed Without an Approved NDA/ANDA. FDA analysis found product to contain cinobufagin, bufalin, and bufotenine
- 2020-02-19FDA-DrugAkorn IncClass IIHydrocortisone and Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP, 10 mL dropper bottle, Rx only, HI-TECH PHARMACAL CO., INC., Amityville, NY 11701; NDC 50383-901-10.
Subpotent Drug: Low Out of specification (OOS) assay results for the hydrocortisone portion of this product.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DrugTeva Pharmaceuticals USAClass IIMethylphenidate hydrochloride Extended-Release ablets USP (CII), 27 mg, 100-count bottle, Rx only, Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., North Wales, PA 19454, NDC 62037-734-01
CGMP deviations: Product bottle may be absent of desiccant.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DrugTeva Pharmaceuticals USAClass IIMethylphenidate hydrochloride Extended-Release ablets USP (CII), 18 mg, 100-count bottle, Rx only, Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., North Wales, PA 19454, NDC 62037-725-01
CGMP deviations: Product bottle may be absent of desiccant.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DrugPfizer Inc.Class IIFentanyl Citrate Inj., USP 100 mcg Fentanyl/2 mL (50 mcg/mL), 2 mL Single-dose Vial, Each Tray contains 25 Vials, Intravenous or Intramuscular Use, Rx only, Distributed by Hospira, Inc. Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 00409-9094-12 (vial), 00409-9094-22 (tray).
Defective Container: confirmed customer reports for vials with loose metal overseal crimp defects, which may result in lack of assurance of sterility.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DrugZydus Pharmaceuticals USA IncClass IIEthacrynate Sodium for Injection, USP, 50mg/vial, Single Dose Vial, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Cadila Healthcare Limited, Ahmedabad, India, Distributed by: Zydus Pharmaceuticals (USA) Inc., Pennington, NJ 08534, NDC 68382-246-01.
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