FDA recall record

Zithromax recall — FDA D-745-2014

Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Pfizer is recalling certain lots due to out of specification results for azithromycin N-oxide degradant.

Class IIIclassification
D-745-2014official record ID
Jan 22, 2014report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordD-745-2014
CategoryDrug Recalls
ClassificationClass III
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmPfizer Inc.
Report dateJan 22, 2014
Recall initiation dateJan 2, 2014
Quantity101,681 Vials
LocationNew York, NY, United States

Official product description

Zithromax (azithromycin for injection), 500 mg/vial, Sterile, Rx Only, For I.V. infusion only, No latex, No preservative, Made in Ireland, Distributed by Pfizer Labs, Division of Pfizer Inc, NY, NY 10017, NDC 0069-3150-84

Why the product was recalled

Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Pfizer is recalling certain lots due to out of specification results for azithromycin N-oxide degradant.

Distribution information

Nationwide and Puerto Rico

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

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

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