FDA recall record

Bromocriptine Mesylate Capsules USP, 5 mg, 30-count bottles recall — FDA D-1491-2016

Failed impurities/degradation specifications: Out of specification results noticed in related substance test during analysis of 24 months long term (25…

Class IIclassification
D-1491-2016official record ID
Sep 14, 2016report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordD-1491-2016
CategoryDrug Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmZydus Pharmaceuticals USA Inc.
Report dateSep 14, 2016
Recall initiation dateMay 9, 2016
Quantity14,808 bottles
LocationPennington, NJ, United States

Official product description

Bromocriptine Mesylate Capsules USP, 5 mg, 30-count bottles, Rx only, Manufactured by: Cadila Healthcare ltd., Ahmedabad, India Distributed by: Zydus Pharmaceuticals USA Inc., Pennington, NJ 08534, NDC 68382-110-06

Why the product was recalled

Failed impurities/degradation specifications: Out of specification results noticed in related substance test during analysis of 24 months long term (25 degree Celsius /65% RH) stability samples of two batches.

Distribution information

US Nationwide

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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