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.
- 2019-02-13FDA-DrugUS Pharmaceuticals Inc.Class IIHydrocortisone Cream 1% MS Anti itch Cream with Intensive Healing 2 oz tubes, Distributed by: Walgreen Co. 200 Wilmot Rd. Deerfield, IL 60015, NDC 0363-0237-03
GMP Deviations: Out of specification results for Total Aerobic Microbial count in excipient purified water sample
- 2019-02-13FDA-DrugUS Pharmaceuticals Inc.Class IISoothe & Cool Protect Moisture Guard Skin Protectant (petrolatum 59%),3.5 oz tubes, Manufactured in USA for: Medline Industries, Inc., Mundelein, IL 60060 USA NDC 53329-303-22
GMP Deviations: Out of specification results for Total Aerobic Microbial count in excipient purified water sample
- 2019-02-13FDA-DrugMylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.Class IIDymista (azelastine hydrochloride and fluticasone propionate) Nasal Spray, 137 mcg/50 mcg per spray, 120 Metered Sprays, 23 g net fill weight bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Cipla Ltd., Goa, India, M.L. No. 546; For: Meda Pharmaceuticals Inc., Somerset, New Jersey 08873-4120, NDC 0037-0245-23.
Defective Container: Potential for broken glass in the neck area of the glass bottles.
- 2019-02-06FDA-DrugMylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.Class IIFexofenadine HCl Tablets, USP, 180 mg, packaged in a) 30-count bottles (NDC 0378-0782-93) and b) 500-count bottles (NDC 0378-0782-05); Manufactured by: Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc., Morgantown, WV 26505 USA.
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Related compound results obtained during routine stability testing was slightly elevated above specification.
- 2019-02-06FDA-DrugLupin Pharmaceuticals Inc.Class IICephalexin for Oral Suspension USP 250mg/5 mL, Rx Only Manufactured for: Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Baltimore, Maryland, Manufactured by: Lupin Limited Mandideep 462 046 India --- NDC 68180-441-01
CGMP Deviations; presence of extraneous material in the was observed in area that is between the primary package that is heat sealed and secondary packaging (poly-woven bag) of sucrose (an excipient) used in the finished product.
- 2019-02-06FDA-DrugSun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.Class IIBromSite (bromfenac ophthalmic solution) 0.075%, 5 mL bottles, Rx Only, Distributed by : Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc. Cranbury, NJ 08512, NDC 49708-754-41
Bromfenac Ophthalmic Solution, 0.075% (Sterile 5 mL) may have a lack of sterility assurance.
- 2019-02-06FDA-DrugDuren Health Mart PharmacyClass IIDomperidone 10 mg capsules, 100-count per prescription, Rx only, Duren's Health Mart Pharmacy 215 Dexter Woods Blvd. Waynesboro, TN 38485, NDC 00507-2011-00
Lack of Processing Controls.
- 2019-02-06FDA-DrugDuren Health Mart PharmacyClass IIProgesterone 100 mg SR capsules, 30-180 capsules per prescription, Rx only, Duren's Health Mart Pharmacy 215 Dexter Woods Blvd. Waynesboro, TN38485, NDC 00311-2003-01
Lack of Processing Controls.
- 2019-02-06FDA-DrugDuren Health Mart PharmacyClass IIPromethazine Gel 50 mg/mL, 1cc to 10cc per prescription, Rx only, Duren's Health Mart Pharmacy 215 Dexter Woods Blvd. Waynesboro, TN38485, NDC 00002-1901-03
Lack of Processing Controls.
- 2019-02-06FDA-DrugDuren Health Mart PharmacyClass IITestosterone 0.1% cream, 30 grams, Rx only, Duren's Health Mart Pharmacy 215 Dexter Woods Blvd. Waynesboro, TN38485, NDC 00000-0000-98
Lack of Processing Controls.
- 2019-02-06FDA-DrugDuren Health Mart PharmacyClass IIProgesterone 10% cream, 12gm to 30gm per prescription, Rx only, Duren's Health Mart Pharmacy 215 Dexter Woods Blvd. Waynesboro, TN 38485, NDC 00000-0002-99
Lack of Processing Controls.
- 2019-02-06FDA-DrugDuren Health Mart PharmacyClass IIOmeprazole 4 mg/mL Suspension, 150cc to 300 cc per prescription, Rx only, Duren's Health Mart Pharmacy 215 Dexter Woods Blvd. Waynesboro, TN 38485, NDC 00000-0001-07
Lack of Processing Controls.
- 2019-02-06FDA-DrugH J Harkins Company Inc dba Pharma PacClass IIGENTAMICIN OPTH-SOL 5ml Compare: Garamycin. 5-mL plastic dropper bottle, Mfg: AKORN 17478-0283-10. NDC 52959-0103-00
Presence of Particulate Matter: Crystalline particles were noticed by manufacturer at the 24 month clarity testing.
- 2019-02-06FDA-DrugAkorn, Inc.Class IIGentamicin Sulfate Ophthalmic Solution, USP 0.3%, 5 mL dropper bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc. Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 17478-283-10
Presence of Particulate Matter: Crystalline particles were noticed at the 24 month clarity testing.
- 2019-02-06FDA-DrugPrinston Pharmaceutical IncClass IIIrbesartan and Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets, USP 150/12.5 mg Rx 30 Tablets Only Manufactured by: Zhejiang Huahai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Xunqiao, Linhai, Zheijang 317024, China Distributed by: Solco Healthcare US, LLC Cranbury, NJ 08512 NDC 43547-330-03
CGMP Deviations: FDA lab confirmed presence an impurity, N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDEA) contained in the API used to manufacture the product above the interim acceptable daily intake level of 0.083 parts per million.
- 2019-02-06FDA-DrugPrinston Pharmaceutical IncClass IIIrbesartan and Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets, USP 300/12.5 mg Rx Only Manufactured by: Zhejiang Huahai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Xunqiao, Linhai, Zheijang 317024, China Distributed by: Solco Healthcare US, LLC Cranbury, NJ 08512 90 count NDC 43547-331-09
CGMP Deviations: FDA lab confirmed presence an impurity, N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDEA) contained in the API used to manufacture the product above the interim acceptable daily intake level of 0.083 parts per million.
- 2019-02-06FDA-DrugPrinston Pharmaceutical IncClass IIIrbesartan and Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets, USP 300/12.5 mg Rx Only Manufactured by: Zhejiang Huahai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Xunqiao, Linhai, Zheijang 317024, China Distributed by: Solco Healthcare US, LLC Cranbury, NJ 08512 30 count - NDC 43547-331-03
CGMP Deviations: FDA lab confirmed presence an impurity, N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDEA) contained in the API used to manufacture the product above the interim acceptable daily intake level of 0.083 parts per million.
- 2019-02-06FDA-DrugPrinston Pharmaceutical IncClass IIIrbesartan and HydrochlorothiazideTablets, USP 150/12.5 mg Rx Only 90 count Manufactured by: Zhejiang Huahai Pharmaceutical Co., Xunqiao, Linhai, Zhejiang 317024 China Distributed by: Solco Healthcare US, LLC Cranbury, NJ 08512 NDC 43547-330-09
CGMP Deviations: FDA lab confirmed presence an impurity, N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDEA) contained in the API used to manufacture the product above the interim acceptable daily intake level of 0.083 parts per million.
- 2019-02-06FDA-DrugPrinston Pharmaceutical IncClass IIIrbesartan Tablets 300 mg 90 count Rx only Manufactured by: Zhejiang Huahai Pharmaceutical Co., Xunqiao, Linhai, Zhejiang 317024 China Distributed by: Solco Healthcare US, LLC Cranbury, NJ 08512 NDC 43547-376-09
CGMP Deviations: FDA lab confirmed presence an impurity, N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDEA) contained in the API used to manufacture the product above the interim acceptable daily intake level of 0.083 parts per million.
- 2019-01-30FDA-DrugAdvanced Pharma Inc.Class IIHEPERAIN 50 mg/50 mL (1mg/mL) Injectable Solution, Heparin Sodium 0.45% Sodium Chloride QS Heparin 50 Units 50 mL, Sterile single use syringe, Avella of Houston an FDA Registered 503B Outsourcing Facility 9265 Kirby Dr. Houston, TX 77054 (877) 794-0404 ---- NDC: 42852-725-65
Labeling; Label Error on Declared Strength; label incorrectly states the concentration as 50 mg/50 mL (1 mg/mL) rather than the fully accurate concentration as 50 Units/50 mL (1 Unit/mL)
- 2019-01-30FDA-DrugSun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.Class IIILOPERAMIDE HCL TABLETS USP, 2 mg, ANTI-DIARRHEAL, 24 caplets per carton, OTC, Distributed by Drug Mart-Food Fair Medina Ohio 44256 Ohm Laboratories Inc. UPC 0 93351 11270 6 NDC#:53943-123-24
Labeling Not Elsewhere Classified: The front panel indicates 24 caplets whereas the side panel indicates 12 caplets. The drug product carton contains 24 caplets.
- 2019-01-30FDA-DrugLUPIN SOMERSETClass IIFluocinolone Acetonide Topical Solution, USP, 0.01 %, 60 mL bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Baltimore, MD 21202; Manufactured by: Novel Laboratories, Inc., Somerset, NJ 08873; NDC 43386-069-60.
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Expansion of October 2018 recall due to elevated out of specification results for total impurities that have been chemically identified as oxidative degradation products of the fluocinolone active pharmaceutical ingredient.
- 2019-01-30FDA-DrugDr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc.Class IIEzetimibe and Simvastatin Tablets 10mg/80 mg, 1000-count bottles, Rx only, Manufactured by: Teva Pharmaceuticals Ind. Ltd. Jerusalem, 9777402, Israel; Distributed by: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Inc. Princeton, NJ 08540 USA, NDC 43598-586-10
Presence of Foreign Substance: Product complaint of black speckles observed on tablets.
- 2019-01-30FDA-DrugHappy Together, Inc.Class I5K Premium Enhancement capsule, 5000 mg, 1 count blister card, box of 30, Happy Together Inc., Boynton, FL UPC 649964965644
Marketed without an Approved NDA/ANDA; FDA analysis found product to be tainted with undeclared sildenafil and tadalafil
- 2019-01-30FDA-DrugBound Tree Medical, LLCClass IICuraplex Epi Kit NOT FOR IV USE, #8600-01120, Epi-Safe Kit 8600-01 120 contains:2 Safety-LOK Syringe, TB, 1cc w/ needle, 25 ga x5/8 , 2 Vials of epinephrine, 1mg/1mL, 4 Alcohol prep pads, 2 Adhesive bandages, 1 x 3 1 Epi Generic Injection. Rx Only. Distributed by Sarnova HC, LLC s family of companies: Bound Tree Medical, LLC, Cardio Partners, Inc., Emergency Medical Products, Inc. & Tri-anim Health Services, Inc. 5000 Tuttle Crossing Blvd. Dublin, OH 43016
Labeling Incorrect Instructions: This recall has been initiated because the Instructions for Use included in the Epi-Safe Kits for the Epi-Safe Syringe (and/or the Safety Lok Syringe in Model 8600-01120) recommend a midpoint dosage of epinephrine for children between 0 lbs. and 66 lbs. of 0.15mL that has not been approved by FDA for children. Reliance on the current IFU and/or use of the Epi-Safe Syringe as instructed may result in the administration of an inappropriate dosage of epinephrine to young children experiencing anaphylaxis, especially those under 33 lbs. Additionally the Epi Safe syringe does not have the correct markings to allow a health care provider to draw up the correct dosage for children under 33 kg.
- 2019-01-30FDA-DrugBound Tree Medical, LLCClass IICuraplex Epi Safe Kit, 8600-01102 TRAINING ONLY, Rx Only, Distributed by Sarnova HC, LLC s family of companies: Bound Tree Medical, LLC, Cardio Partners, Inc., Emergency Medical Products, Inc. & Tri-anim Health Services, Inc. 5000 Tuttle Crossing Blvd. Dublin, OH 43016
Labeling Incorrect Instructions: This recall has been initiated because the Instructions for Use included in the Epi-Safe Kits for the Epi-Safe Syringe (and/or the Safety Lok Syringe in Model 8600-01120) recommend a midpoint dosage of epinephrine for children between 0 lbs. and 66 lbs. of 0.15mL that has not been approved by FDA for children. Reliance on the current IFU and/or use of the Epi-Safe Syringe as instructed may result in the administration of an inappropriate dosage of epinephrine to young children experiencing anaphylaxis, especially those under 33 lbs. Additionally the Epi Safe syringe does not have the correct markings to allow a health care provider to draw up the correct dosage for children under 33 kg.
- 2019-01-30FDA-DrugBound Tree Medical, LLCClass IIcuraplex Epi Safe Kit, 8600-01101, contains:" 1ml Vial of Epinephrine " 1 Epi-Safe Syringe " 1 Safety Needle " 2 Alcohol Prep Pads " 1 Adhesive Dressing " 1 Insert, Rx Only. Distributed by Sarnova HC, LLC s family of companies: Bound Tree Medical, LLC, Cardio Partners, Inc., Emergency Medical Products, Inc. & Tri-anim Health Services, Inc. 5000 Tuttle Crossing Blvd. Dublin, OH 43016
Labeling Incorrect Instructions: This recall has been initiated because the Instructions for Use included in the Epi-Safe Kits for the Epi-Safe Syringe (and/or the Safety Lok Syringe in Model 8600-01120) recommend a midpoint dosage of epinephrine for children between 0 lbs. and 66 lbs. of 0.15mL that has not been approved by FDA for children. Reliance on the current IFU and/or use of the Epi-Safe Syringe as instructed may result in the administration of an inappropriate dosage of epinephrine to young children experiencing anaphylaxis, especially those under 33 lbs. Additionally the Epi Safe syringe does not have the correct markings to allow a health care provider to draw up the correct dosage for children under 33 kg.
- 2019-01-30FDA-DrugBound Tree Medical, LLCClass IIcuraplex Epi Safe Administration and Training Kits, #8600-01100, Contains: 2 Epi Safe Administration Kit (8600-01101), 1 Epi Safe Training Kit (8600-01102), Rx Only, Distributed by Sarnova HC, LLC s family of companies: Bound Tree Medical, LLC, Cardio Partners, Inc., Emergency Medical Products, Inc. & Tri-anim Health Services, Inc. 5000 Tuttle Crossing Blvd. Dublin, OH 43016
Labeling Incorrect Instructions: This recall has been initiated because the Instructions for Use included in the Epi-Safe Kits for the Epi-Safe Syringe (and/or the Safety Lok Syringe in Model 8600-01120) recommend a midpoint dosage of epinephrine for children between 0 lbs. and 66 lbs. of 0.15mL that has not been approved by FDA for children. Reliance on the current IFU and/or use of the Epi-Safe Syringe as instructed may result in the administration of an inappropriate dosage of epinephrine to young children experiencing anaphylaxis, especially those under 33 lbs. Additionally the Epi Safe syringe does not have the correct markings to allow a health care provider to draw up the correct dosage for children under 33 kg.
- 2019-01-23FDA-DrugTeva Pharmaceuticals USAClass IIOlmesartan Medoxomil and Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets, 40 mg/25 mg, packaged in a) 30-count bottle (NDC 0093-7617-56), b) 90-count bottle (NDC 0093-7617-98), Rx only, Manufactured In Israel By: Teva Pharmaceutical, IND. LTD., Jerusalem, 9777402, Israel, Manufactured For: Teva Pharmaceutical USA, INC., North Wales, PA 19454
Failed dissolution specifications
- 2019-01-23FDA-DrugLupin Pharmaceuticals Inc.Class IICephalexin for Oral Suspension USP, 250mg/5mL, 200 mL (when mixed), Rx only, Manufactured for: Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Baltimore, Maryland, Manufactured by: Lupin Limited, Mandideep, India ---- NDC 68180-0124-02
CGMP Deviation; manufacturing batch record could not be located
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