FDAClass IIIJanuary 3, 2018

Auryxia recall

Auryxia (ferric citrate) tablets, 210 mg , 200-count bottles, RX ONLY, Manufactured for and distributed by: Keryx Biopharmaceticals, Inc. One Marina Park Drive, 12th Floor, Boston, MA 02210 USA. NDC 59922-631-01

Why was Auryxia recalled?

Presence of Foreign Substance: Reports have been received of damaged StripPax packets containing silica gel desiccant potentially allowing the silica gel granules to make contact with Auryxia tablets in the bottle.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current 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 # AH3842

Product
Auryxia (ferric citrate) tablets, 210 mg , 200-count bottles, RX ONLY, Manufactured for and distributed by: Keryx Biopharmaceticals, Inc. One Marina Park Drive, 12th Floor, Boston, MA 02210 USA. NDC 59922-631-01
Recalling firm
Keryx Biopharmaceuticals, Inc.
Quantity
2,488 200-bottles
Distribution
Distributed nationwide in the USA
Recall date
January 3, 2018
Classification
Class III
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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