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Every FDA drug enforcement recall Public Health Trace has on record, republished from openFDA's official drug enforcement database. See Health Alerts for current, active recalls alongside outbreaks and advisories.

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Drug Recall Terminated Historical recordClass II

Eye Drops advanced relief (Dextran 70 0.1%, Polyethylene glycol 400 1%, Povidone 1%, Tetrahydrozoline HCl 0.05%) ophthalmic solution, 1/2 fl oz (15 mL) bottle, Distributed By Dolgencorp, LLC, 100 Mission Ridge, Goodlettsville, TN 37072.

by K C Pharmaceuticals Inc

Reason
Labeling: Label Mix-Up: Incorrect back labeling of the immediate container of eye drops (unit carton and front label are correct) which do not list three active ingredients: Dextran 70, PEG 400, and povidone.
Recall initiated
March 1, 2010
Reported by FDA
March 20, 2013
Distribution
Nationwide

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Drug Recall Terminated Historical recordClass II

Medi-bolic Booster Injectable (methionine 8.3 mg/mL, choline chloride 16.6 mg/mL, inositol 16.6 mg/mL, cyanocobalamin USP [Vit B12] 0.33 mg/mL, chromium chloride 2.6 mg/mL), 30 mL multi-dose vials, Rx3 Compounding Pharmacy, 12230 Ironbridge Rd., Suite C, Chester, VA 23831.

by RX South LLC DBA RX3 Pharmacy

Reason
CGMP Deviations: Pharmaceutical for injection was not manufactured according to Good Manufacturing Procedures.
Recall initiated
January 22, 2013
Reported by FDA
March 20, 2013
Distribution
Nationwide

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Drug Recall Terminated Historical recordClass III

Dextroamphetamine Saccharate, Amphetamine Aspartate Monohydrate, Dextroamphetamine Sulfate, Amphetamine Sulfate Extended-Release Capsules, 15 mg, Rx Only, C II, 100 capsules per bottle, MFG. By Actavis Elizabeth LLC. 200 Elmora Ave, Elizabeth, NJ, 07207, USA, NDC 0228-3063-11.

by Actavis Elizabeth LLC

Reason
Failed Dissolution Specification: This product recall is due to the product lot # 50077231 exceeding dissolution specifications. All other test specifications were met.
Recall initiated
February 13, 2013
Reported by FDA
March 13, 2013
Distribution
Nationwide

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Drug Recall Terminated Historical recordClass II

VERSAPHARM Ethambutol Tablets, USP,400 mg, Rx Only a)60 tablets, NDC 61748-014-06, b)90 tablets, NDC 61748-014-09, c)100 tablets, NDC 61748-014-01, d)1000 tablets, NDC 61748-014-10, e) blister pack (10s) 61748-014-11 Manufactured for: VersaPharm Incorporated Marietta, GA 30062-2260, Manufactured by: West-ward Pharmaceutical Corp., Eatontown, NJ 07724.

by West-Ward Pharmaceutical Corp.

Reason
Discoloration: Ethambutol Tablets USP 400 mg have tablets cores that may be discolored.
Recall initiated
November 30, 2012
Reported by FDA
March 13, 2013
Distribution
GA

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Drug Recall Terminated Historical recordClass III

Wal-Mart Equate Tussin CF Adult Maximum Strength, Multi-Symptom Cold, (dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg, guaifenesin 200 mg, phenylephrine HCI 5 mg), 8 FL OZ (235 mL) (NDC 49035-229-08; UPC Code: 6-81131-03884-30), Distributed by: Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., Bentonville, AR 72712.

by Aaron Industries Inc

Reason
Presence of Precipitate; white substance confirmed as Guaifenesin, an active ingredient was observed in some bottles. If the product is shaken or warmed the white particles goes into the solution.
Recall initiated
January 18, 2013
Reported by FDA
March 13, 2013
Distribution
Nationwide

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Drug Recall Terminated Historical recordClass III

Select Brand Cough Control CF Max, Maximum Strength for MUCUS RELIEF, (dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg, guaifenesin 200 mg, phenylephrine HCI 5 mg), 4 fl.oz 12pk (NDC 15127-025-04; UPC Code: 0-15127-02535-5), Distributed by: Select Brand Distributors, Pine Bluff, AR 71603 USA.

by Aaron Industries Inc

Reason
Presence of Precipitate; white substance confirmed as Guaifenesin, an active ingredient was observed in some bottles. If the product is shaken or warmed the white particles goes into the solution.
Recall initiated
January 18, 2013
Reported by FDA
March 13, 2013
Distribution
Nationwide

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Drug Recall Terminated Historical recordClass III

Rite Aid Maximum Strength Tussin Cough & Cold Mucus Relief CF, (dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg, guaifenesin 200 mg, phenylephrine HCI 5 mg, 4 FL. OZ./12 PK (UPC Code: 0-11822-57307-8) and 8 FL.OZ./12 PK (UPC Code: 0-11822-57313-9), Distributed by: Rite Aid, Camp Hill, PA, 17011

by Aaron Industries Inc

Reason
Presence of Precipitate; white substance confirmed as Guaifenesin, an active ingredient was observed in some bottles. If the product is shaken or warmed the white particles goes into the solution.
Recall initiated
January 18, 2013
Reported by FDA
March 13, 2013
Distribution
Nationwide

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Drug Recall Terminated Historical recordClass III

Well at Walgreens Wal-Tussin CF Max, MAXIMUM STRENGTH ADULT NON-DROWSY, Multi-Symptom Cold, (dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg, guaifenesin 200 mg, phenylephrine HCI 5 mg), 8 FL OZ (237 mL) bottles, Distributed by: Walgreen Co, Deerfield, IL 60015 ---- NDC 0363-0229-08

by Aaron Industries Inc

Reason
Presence of Precipitate; white substance confirmed as Guaifenesin, an active ingredient was observed in some bottles. If the product is shaken or warmed the white particles goes into the solution.
Recall initiated
January 18, 2013
Reported by FDA
March 13, 2013
Distribution
Nationwide

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Drug Recall Terminated Historical recordClass II

HEXTEND 6% Hetastarch in Lactated Electrolyte Injection, 500 mL, Rx only , MANUFACTURED AND DISTRIBUTED BY HOSPIRA, INC., LAKE FOREST, IL 60045, NDC 0409-1555-54

by Hospira Inc.

Reason
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: There is the potential for the solution to leak from the seal of the fill tube to the bag.
Recall initiated
October 22, 2012
Reported by FDA
March 13, 2013
Distribution
Nationwide

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Drug Recall Terminated Historical recordClass II

0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection USP, 100 mL Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045 NDC 0409-7984-23,

by Hospira Inc.

Reason
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: There is the potential for solution to leak from the administrative port to the fill tube seal.
Recall initiated
January 8, 2013
Reported by FDA
March 13, 2013
Distribution
Nationwide

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Drug Recall Terminated Historical recordClass III

Montelukast Sodium Tablets, 10 mg (base), packaged in a) 30-count tablets per bottle (NDC 68462-392-30) and b) 90-count tablets per bottle (NDC 68462-392-90), Rx only, Manufactured by: Glenmark Generics Ltd., Colvale-Bardez, Goa 403513, India; Manufactured for: Glenmark Generics Inc., USA, Mahwah, NJ 07430.

by Glenmark Generics Inc., USA

Reason
Chemical Contamination: The recall has been initiated based on multiple complaints received from pharmacists and consumers reporting that they detected an off-odor, described as moldy, musty or fishy in nature which has been identified as trace levels of Tribromoanisole (TBA) and Trichloroanisole (TCA).
Recall initiated
February 13, 2013
Reported by FDA
March 13, 2013
Distribution
Nationwide

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Drug Recall Terminated Historical recordClass II

ABILIFY (aripiprazole) Tablets, 30 mg, Rx only, Blister Pack of 100 tablets, Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc., Bristol-Myers Squibb NDC 59148-011-35

by Bristol Myers Squibb Manufacturing Company

Reason
CGMP Deviations: A drum of Abilify 30 mg Tablets rejected during the compression stage was not segregated from the other portion of the lot and was inadvertently shipped, packaged and distributed.
Recall initiated
November 2, 2012
Reported by FDA
March 13, 2013
Distribution
LA, TN, CA

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Drug Recall Terminated Historical recordClass II

Citalopram tablets USP, 40mg, 30-count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Limited, Bachupalli, India 502 325, NDC 55111-344-30

by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc.

Reason
Chemical Contamination: The product is being recalled due to complaints reporting a strong garlic odor or strong chemical smell.
Recall initiated
August 1, 2012
Reported by FDA
March 6, 2013
Distribution
Nationwide

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Drug Recall Terminated Historical recordClass II

Citalopram tablets USP, 20mg, 30-count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Limited, Bachupalli, India 502 325, NDC 55111-343-30

by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc.

Reason
Chemical Contamination: The product is being recalled due to complaints reporting a strong garlic odor or strong chemical smell.
Recall initiated
August 1, 2012
Reported by FDA
March 6, 2013
Distribution
Nationwide

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Drug Recall Terminated Historical recordClass II

Citalopram tablets USP, 10mg, 30-count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Limited, Bachupalli, India 502 325, NDC 55111-342-30

by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc.

Reason
Chemical Contamination: The product is being recalled due to complaints reporting a strong garlic odor or strong chemical smell.
Recall initiated
August 1, 2012
Reported by FDA
March 6, 2013
Distribution
Nationwide

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Drug Recall Terminated Historical recordClass III

Bronkaid Dual Action Formula, Ephedrine Sulfate 25 mg/Bronchodilator, Guaifenesin 400 mg/Expectorant, a) 24 coated caplets per blister pack, UPC 300240537879, b) 60 coated caplets per blister pack, UPC 300240537855, Bayer HealthCare LLC, Consumer Care, P.O. Box 1910, Morristown, NJ, 07962.

by Bayer Healthcare, LLC

Reason
Labeling: Label lacks warning or Rx legend; Certain information was inadvertently excluded from the product carton label.
Recall initiated
December 7, 2012
Reported by FDA
March 6, 2013
Distribution
Nationwide

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Drug Recall Terminated Historical recordClass II

0.9% Sodium Chloride Irrigation, USP, 3000 mL, Sterile, Non pyrogenic, Rx Only, Hospira, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 0409-7972-08

by Hospira Inc.

Reason
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: There is a potential for the solution to leak from the administration port of the primary container.
Recall initiated
February 12, 2013
Reported by FDA
March 6, 2013
Distribution
Nationwide

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Drug Recall Terminated Historical recordClass III

buPROPion Hydrochloride Extended - Release Tablets (XL) 300 mg, 30 tablet bottles, Rx Only, NDC 67767-142-30 Actavis Distributed by: Actavis South Atlantic LLC Sunrise, FL 33325 Packaged by by: America Health Packaging Columbus, OH 43217

by Actavis Pharmaceuticals

Reason
Failed Dissolution Specifications; 8-hours for the 18-month stability testing point.
Recall initiated
January 4, 2013
Reported by FDA
March 6, 2013
Distribution
Nationwide

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Drug Recall Terminated Historical recordClass II

Isoniazid Tablets 300 mg tablets USP, Rx Only, a) 30 tablets - NDC 61748-013-30, b) 100 tablets - NDC 61748-013-01, Mfd for: VersaPharm Incorporated Marietta, GA 30065-1505, Mfd by: West - Ward Pharmaceutical Corp.., Eatontown, NJ 07724

by West-Ward Pharmaceutical Corp.

Reason
Failed Dissolution Specifications; 36 month stability timepoint
Recall initiated
December 4, 2012
Reported by FDA
March 6, 2013
Distribution
GA

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Drug Recall Terminated Historical recordClass II

Dextroamphetamine Sulfate Extended Release Capsules, 5 mg, 90 capsules, Rx only, Manufactured by Catalent Pharma Solutions for CorePharma, LLC Middlesex, NJ 08846 NDC 64720-329-09

by Amedra Pharmaceuticals LLC

Reason
Failed Dissolution Specifications: The affected lots may not meet the specifications for dissolution over the product shelf life.
Recall initiated
December 4, 2012
Reported by FDA
March 6, 2013
Distribution
Nationwide and Puerto Rico.

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