FDAClass IIMarch 3, 2021

Dacarbazine for Injection USP recall: Sterility Concern

Dacarbazine for Injection USP, 200 mg, Single Use Vial (NDC 0703-5075-01), packaged in 10X20 ML Single Use Vials per tray (NDC 0703-5075-03); Rx only, TEVA Pharmaceuticals USA, INC., North Wales, PA 19454.

Why was Dacarbazine for Injection USP recalled?

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: manufacturing areas for the recalled products exceeded acceptance levels for microbial recovery leading to a lack of sterility assurance for these sterile injectable products.

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 # 31326582B, exp. date 02/2022; Lot # 31326964B, exp. date 04/2022

Product
Dacarbazine for Injection USP, 200 mg, Single Use Vial (NDC 0703-5075-01), packaged in 10X20 ML Single Use Vials per tray (NDC 0703-5075-03); Rx only, TEVA Pharmaceuticals USA, INC., North Wales, PA 19454.
Recalling firm
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA
Quantity
50 vials
Distribution
Product was distributed nationwide in the USA and Puerto Rico.
Recall date
March 3, 2021
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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