Recall record at a glance
| Official record | D-1184-2018 |
|---|---|
| Category | Drug Recalls |
| Classification | Class III |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Pfizer Inc. |
| Report date | Sep 19, 2018 |
| Recall initiation date | Aug 28, 2018 |
| Quantity | 1,580 vials |
| Location | New York, NY, United States |
Official product description
Argatroban Injection, 250 mg/2.5 mL (100 mg/mL), 2.5 mL Single-use Vial, Rx only, Sterile, Manufactured for: Hospira, Inc, Lake Forest, IL 60045 USA. NDC: 0409-1140-01
Why the product was recalled
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications; Out of specification stability testing results at the 18 month time point
Distribution information
Nationwide USA
How to read the classification
FDA Class III generally covers situations in which use of or exposure to the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences. The classification displayed here is taken from the FDA enforcement record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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