ELCYS (cysteine hydrochloride injection) recall: Particulate Matter
ELCYS (cysteine hydrochloride injection), USP, 500 mg/10mL (50 mg/mL), 10x10 mL Single Dose Sterile Vials, For Intravenous Infusion Only, Rx Only, Manufactured and Distributed by Exela Pharma Sciences, LLC, Lenoir, NC 28645, (Vial: NDC 51754-1007-1; Carton: 51754-1007-3).
Why was ELCYS (cysteine hydrochloride injection) recalled?
Presence of Particulate Matter: Silicone
What should I do if I have this product?
The recall is ongoing. Follow the firm and FDA instructions.
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.
Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?
Lot # 10000798, Expiration Date 03/31/2025
- Product
- ELCYS (cysteine hydrochloride injection), USP, 500 mg/10mL (50 mg/mL), 10x10 mL Single Dose Sterile Vials, For Intravenous Infusion Only, Rx Only, Manufactured and Distributed by Exela Pharma Sciences, LLC, Lenoir, NC 28645, (Vial: NDC 51754-1007-1; Carton: 51754-1007-3).
- Recalling firm
- Exela Pharma Sciences LLC
- Quantity
- 38,200 vials
- Distribution
- Nationwide
- Recall date
- November 29, 2023
- Classification
- Class I
- Status
- Ongoing
- Agency
- FDA (drug)