FDAClass IIINovember 21, 2018

Megestrol Acetate Oral Suspension recall

Megestrol Acetate Oral Suspension, USP 625 mg/5mL, 150 mL bottle, Rx only, Distributed by: Breckenridge Pharmaceutical, Inc. Boca Raton, FL 33487, Manufactured by: Pharmaceutics International Inc. Hunt Valley, MD 21031

Why was Megestrol Acetate Oral Suspension recalled?

Failed Stability Specifications: Out-of-Specification results obtained for particle size distribution during stability testing.

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 #: 5599.008A, 5599.009A, 5599.010A, Exp. 04/2019; 5599.012A, 5599.013A, Exp. 11/2019; 5599.014A, Exp. 01/2020

Product
Megestrol Acetate Oral Suspension, USP 625 mg/5mL, 150 mL bottle, Rx only, Distributed by: Breckenridge Pharmaceutical, Inc. Boca Raton, FL 33487, Manufactured by: Pharmaceutics International Inc. Hunt Valley, MD 21031
Recalling firm
Breckenridge Pharmaceutical, Inc.
Quantity
9,193 bottles
Distribution
Nationwide within the United States
Recall date
November 21, 2018
Classification
Class III
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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