Recall record at a glance
| Official record | D-0512-2017 |
|---|---|
| Category | Drug Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Endo Pharmaceuticals, Inc. |
| Report date | Mar 15, 2017 |
| Recall initiation date | Feb 22, 2017 |
| Quantity | 5,086 cartridges |
| Location | Malvern, PA, United States |
Official product description
Edex (alprostadil for injection) 10mcg, packaged in a 2 pack carton, Rx only, Manufactured in Germany for: Actient Pharmaceuticals, LLC, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045; NDC 52244-010-02.
Why the product was recalled
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Defective container resulting in the lack of sterility assurance. ok thanks
Distribution information
Nationwide within the United States
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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