Drug and pharmaceutical recalls
17747 federal recalls on file. Federal recalls for prescription drugs, OTC medications, supplements, and pharmaceuticals. Sourced from the FDA and translated into plain English.
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugNovartis Pharmaceuticals Corp.Class IIIRitalin HCl (methylphenidate HCl) USP, 10 mg, 100 tablets per Bottle, Rx only, Mfd. by: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp. Suffern, NY 10901, Dist. by: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp. East Hanover, New Jersey 07936, NDC 0078-0440-05
Labeling: Incorrect or Missing Package Insert; The back of the Medication Guide attached to the Package Insert for Ritalin Tablets was printed with information related to Ritalin SR (Sustained Release) Tablets. Both products, Ritalin Tablets and Ritalin SR Tablets utilize a combined Package Insert. The individual Medication Guides are attached to the Package Insert via a perforation. Although t
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugHospira Inc.Class IIIDemerol, meperidine HCL Inj. USP, 25 mg/0.5 mL (50 mg/mL), 0.5 mL ampoules, Rx only, NDC 0409-1203-01, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL.
Labeling; Missing label; ampoules are missing the immediate container label
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugAgila Specialties Private Ltd.Class IIetomidate injection, USP, 2 mg/mL, packaged in a) 20 mg/10 mL (2 mg/mL), 10 mL Single Dose Vials (NDC 0069-0006-02), 10 x 10 mL vials per carton (NDC 0069-0006-01) and b) 40 mg/20 mL (2 mg/mL) 20 mL Single Dose Vials (NDC 0069-0006-04), 10 x 20 mL vials per carton (NDC 0069-0006-03), Rx only, Distributed by Pfizer Labs; Division of Pfizer Inc., New York, NY 10017.
Presence of Particulate Matter: Potential for small black particles to be present in individual vials, the potential for missing lot number and/or expiry date on the outer carton and the potential for illegible/missing lot number and expiry on individual vials.
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugAmerican Lifestyle.ComClass IBlack Ant, 4600 mg x 4. Product is packaged in a small green box with gold lettering on the front, the back side of the box contains mostly foreign character. Within the box there are four (4) capsules individually wrapped in black and red plastic with white lettering. UPC 4026666142546 (product numbers may possibly vary for same product identification and same product packaging).
Marketed without an Approved NDA/ANDA: Laboratory analysis conducted by the FDA has determined the Vicerex product contains undeclared tadalafil and the Black Ant product contains undeclared sildenafil. Tadalafil and sildenafil are FDA-Approved drugs used to treat male erectile dysfunction (ED), making the Vicerex and the Black Ant products unapproved new drugs.
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugAmerican Lifestyle.ComClass IVicerex A Powerful And Fast Acting Male Sexual Enhancer, 10 capsules per box, Dietary Supplement. UPC 893490820087 (product numbers may possibly vary for same product identification and same product packaging), distributed by Vicerex.com.
Marketed without an Approved NDA/ANDA: Laboratory analysis conducted by the FDA has determined the Vicerex product contains undeclared tadalafil and the Black Ant product contains undeclared sildenafil. Tadalafil and sildenafil are FDA-Approved drugs used to treat male erectile dysfunction (ED), making the Vicerex and the Black Ant products unapproved new drugs.
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugSlim Beauty USAClass IDream Body Slimming Capsule (Chinese bitter orange 24%, Cassia Seed 18%, Aloe 16%, Lotus Leaf Extract 12%, Medical Amylum 30%), 350 mg, 30-count bottles, Made in China (Beijing).
Marketed Without An Approved NDA/ANDA: The product contains undeclared sibutramine and . Sibutramine is not currently marketed in the United States, making this product an unapproved new drug.
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugSlim Beauty USAClass IMagic Slim capsules (Ling Zhi, Ebony, Fox-nut, Tuckahoe, Seman Pruni, Dioscoreae, Wheat Germ, Nature Substance), 60-count bottles.
Marketed Without An Approved NDA/ANDA: The product contains undeclared sibutramine and phenolphthalein. Marketed Without An Approved NDA/ANDA: The product contains undeclared sibutramine and phenolphthalein. Sibutramine and phenolphthalein are not currently marketed in the United States, making this product an unapproved new drug.
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugSlim Beauty USAClass IDr. Ming's Chinese Capsule (Ginger 50 mg, Camellia Sinensis 50 mg, Malus Domestica 50 mg, Propetary Blend 300 mg Cynara Scolymus, Hoodia, Siruline, Chitosan, 60-count bottles, Distributed by Natural Products, Doral, FL 33178.
Marketed Without An Approved NDA/ANDA: The product contains undeclared sibutramine and phenolphthalein. Sibutramine and phenolphthalein are not currently marketed in the United States, making this product an unapproved new drug.
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugZions RX Formulations Services LLC dba RX Formuations Serv.Class IIVitamin B-12 injections, a) 1 mL and b) 30 mL units, Not for Dispensing, For Hospital Administration Only, Rx Formulations, 5949 East University Drive, Mesa, AZ 85205
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: The firm expanded the recall to other injectable products due to lack of assurance of sterility from poor aseptic practices observed at the firm.
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugZions RX Formulations Services LLC dba RX Formuations Serv.Class IIBupivacaine 3%, 300 mL units, Not for Dispensing, For Hospital Administration Only, Rx Formulations, 5949 East University Drive, Mesa, AZ 85205
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: The firm expanded the recall to other injectable products due to lack of assurance of sterility from poor aseptic practices observed at the firm.
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugZions RX Formulations Services LLC dba RX Formuations Serv.Class IISodium Bicarbonate 8.4%, a) 10 mL, b) 20 mL, and c) 22 mL units, Not for Dispensing, For Hospital Administration Only, Rx Formulations, 5949 East University Drive, Mesa, AZ 85205
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: The firm expanded the recall to other injectable products due to lack of assurance of sterility from poor aseptic practices observed at the firm.
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugZions RX Formulations Services LLC dba RX Formuations Serv.Class IIOxytocin 30 Units in 500mL Sodium Chloride 0.9% Bags, Not for Dispensing, For Hospital Administration Only, Rx Formulations, 5949 East University Drive, Mesa, AZ 85205
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: The firm expanded the recall to other injectable products due to lack of assurance of sterility from poor aseptic practices observed at the firm.
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugZions RX Formulations Services LLC dba RX Formuations Serv.Class IIPotassium Phosphates 4.4mEq/3mM/mL Vials, Not for Dispensing, For Hospital Administration Only, Rx Formulations, 5949 East University Drive, Mesa, AZ 85205
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: The firm expanded the recall to other injectable products due to lack of assurance of sterility from poor aseptic practices observed at the firm.
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugZions RX Formulations Services LLC dba RX Formuations Serv.Class IIMagnesium Sulfate 10gm in 250mL Lactated Ringers Bags, Not For Dispensing, For Hospital Administration Only, Rx Formulations, 5949 East University Drive, Mesa, AZ 85205
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: The firm expanded the recall to other injectable products due to lack of assurance of sterility from poor aseptic practices observed at the firm.
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugZions RX Formulations Services LLC dba RX Formuations Serv.Class ICalcium Gluconate 10% for Injection, SDV 100 mL SDV, PF, Not for Dispensing, For Hospital Administration Only, Rx Formulations, 5949 East University Drive, Mesa, AZ, 85205.
Non-Sterility: RX Formulation initiated this recall due to a report of microbial contamination found in Calcium Gluconate saturated solution that was observed upon drawing the vial contents into a syringe.
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugTerra-Medica Inc.Class IIPleo Stolo DROPS 6X, 10ml Bottle; Homeopathic Anti-Inflammatory Medicine, OTC Only. Made in Germany for: SANUM USA Copr, 1456 Slater Road, Ferndale, WA 98248 by Sanum-Kehlbeck GmbH & Co. KG. NDC: 49807-0011-1.
Penicillin Cross Contamination
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugTerra-Medica Inc.Class IIPleo Ex PORTABLE SIPS 5X, 10 x 1 mL, Oral Homeopathic Medicine, OTC Only. Made in Germany. Distributed by: SANUM USA Corp. 1465 Slator Road, Ferndale, WA 98248. Manufactured by: Sanum-Kehlbeck GmbH & Co. KG, NDC: 49807-1005-1. PLEO--EX Portable Sips 5X, 50 x 1 mL, Oral Homeopathic Medicine, OTC Only. Made in Germany. Distributed by: SANUM USA Corp. 1465 Slator Road, Ferndale, WA 98248. Manufactured by: Sanum-Kehlbeck GmbH & Co. KG, NDC: 49807-1005-2.
Penicillin Cross Contamination
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugTerra-Medica Inc.Class IIPleo Ex DROPS 5X, 10 ml bottles, Homeopathic Antifungal Medicine, OTC Only. Made in Germany for: SANUM USA Corp., 1465 Slater Road, Ferndale, WA 98248 by Sanum-Kehlbeck GMbH & Co. KG. NDC: 49807-1003-1.
Penicillin Cross Contamination
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugTerra-Medica Inc.Class IIPleo Ex SUPPOSITORIES 3X, 10 Suppository Packages; Homeopathic Antifungal Medicine, OTC Only. Made in Germany. Distributed by: SANUM USA Corp., 1465 Slater Road, Ferndale, WA 98248. Manufactured by: Sanum-Kehlbeck GmbH & Co. KG. NDC: 49807-1001-1.
Penicillin Cross Contamination
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugTerra-Medica Inc.Class IIPleo Fort TABLETS 5X, 20 Tablet Carton, Homeopathic Digestive Aid Medicine, OTC Only. Made in Germany. Distributed by: SANUM USA Corp., 1465 Slater Road, Ferndale WA 98248. Manufactured by: Sanum-Kehlbeck GmbH & Co. KG. NDC: 49807-1102-1.
Penicillin Cross Contamination
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugTerra-Medica Inc.Class IIPleo-Fort DROPS 5X, 10ml bottle, Homeopathic Digestive Aid Medicine, OTC Only. Made in Germany for: SANUM USA Copr, 1456 Slater Road, Ferndale, WA 98248 by Sanum-Kehlbeck GmbH & Co. KG. NDC: 49807-1101-1.
Penicillin Cross Contamination
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugTerra-Medica Inc.Class IIPleo Fort PORTABLE SIPS 5X, 10 x 1 mL Carton. Oral Homeopathic Medicine, OTC Only. Made in Germany for: SANUM USA Copr, 1456 Slater Road, Ferndale, WA 98248 by Sanum-Kehlbeck GmbH & Co. KG. NDC: 49807-1105-1. Pleo Fort PORTABLE SIPS 5X, 50 x 1 mL Carton. Oral Homeopathic Medicine, OTC Only. Made in Germany for: SANUM USA Copr, 1456 Slater Road, Ferndale, WA 98248 by Sanum-Kehlbeck GmbH & Co. KG. NDC: 49807-1105-2.
Penicillin Cross Contamination.
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugTerra-Medica Inc.Class IIPleo Fort CAPSULES 4X, 20 Capsule Cartons Homeopathic Digestive Aid Medicine, OTC Only. Made in Germany for: SANUM USA Copr, 1456 Slater Road, Ferndale, WA 98248 by Sanum-Kehlbeck GmbH & Co. KG. NDC: 49807-1103-1.
Penicillin Cross Contamination
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugTerra-Medica Inc.Class IIPleo Fort SUPPOSITORIES 3X, 10 Suppository Carton, Homeopathic Digestive Aid Medicine, OTC Only. Made in Germany for: SANUM USA Copr, 1456 Slater Road, Ferndale, WA 98248 by Sanum-Kehlbeck GmbH & Co. KG. NDC: 49807-1106-1.
Penicillin Cross Contamination
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugTerra-Medica Inc.Class IIPleo Quent PORTABLE SIPS 5X, 10 x 1 ml Cartons, Oral Homeopathic Medicine, OTC Only. Made in Germany for: SANUM USA Copr, 1456 Slater Road, Ferndale, WA 98248 by Sanum-Kehlbeck GmbH & Co. KG. NDC: 49807-2905-1. Pleo Quent PORTABLE SIPS 5X, 50 x 1 ml Cartons, Oral Homeopathic Medicine, OTC Only. Made in Germany for: SANUM USA Copr, 1456 Slater Road, Ferndale, WA 98248 by Sanum-Kehlbeck GmbH & Co. KG. NDC: 49807-2905-2.
Penicillin Cross Contamination
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugTerra-Medica Inc.Class IIPleo Quent DROPS 5X, 10 mL Bottles, Oral Homeopathic Medicine, OTC Only. Made in Germany for: SANUM USA Copr, 1456 Slater Road, Ferndale, WA 98248 by Sanum-Kehlbeck GmbH & Co. KG. NDC: 49807-2901-1.
Penicillin Cross Contamination
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugTerra-Medica Inc.Class IIPleo Quent CAPSULES 4X, 20 Capsule Cartons, Oral Homeopathic Medicine, OTC Only. Made in Germany for: SANUM USA Copr, 1456 Slater Road, Ferndale, WA 98248 by Sanum-Kehlbeck GmbH & Co. KG NDC: 49807-2902-1.
Penicillin Cross Contamination
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugTerra-Medica Inc.Class IIPleo Quent SUPPOSITORIES 3X, 10 Suppository Cartons, Oral Homeopathic Medicine, OTC Only. Made in Germany for: SANUM USA Copr, 1456 Slater Road, Ferndale, WA 98248 by Sanum-Kehlbeck GmbH & Co. KG. NDC: 49807-2904-1.
Penicillin Cross Contamination
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugTerra-Medica Inc.Class IIPleo Nota- Quent DROPS 5X, 10 mL Bottles, Homeopathic Medicine, OTC Only. Made in Germany, Manufactured by: Sanum-Kehlbeck GmbH & Co. KG, Hoya, Germany. Distributed by: SANUM USA Corp., 1465 Slater Road, Ferndale, WA 98248. NDC: 49807-0031-1.
Penicillin Cross Contamination
- 2014-04-16FDA-DrugTerra-Medica Inc.Class IIPleo Not PORTABLE SIPS 7X,10 x 1 mL Cartons, Oral Homeopathic Medicine, OTC Only. Made in Germany, Distributed by: SANUM USA Corp., 1465 Slater Road, Ferndale, WA 98248. Manufactured by: Sanum-Kehlbeck GmbH & Co. KG. NDC: 49807-2310-1. Pleo Not PORTABLE SIPS 7X, 50 x 1 mL Cartons, Oral Homeopathic Medicine, OTC Only. Made in Germany, Distributed by: SANUM USA Corp., 1465 Slater Road, Ferndale, WA 98248. Manufactured by: Sanum-Kehlbeck GmbH & Co. KG. NDC: 49807-2310-2.
Penicillin Cross Contamination
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