FDAClass IIMarch 3, 2021

Epoprostenol Sodium for Injection recall: Sterility Concern

Epoprostenol Sodium for Injection, 1.5 mg/vial (1,500,000 ng), 10 mL vial, Rx only, Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., North Wales, PA 19454, NDC…

Why was Epoprostenol Sodium for Injection 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 # 31326456B, exp. date 02/28/2021

Product
Epoprostenol Sodium for Injection, 1.5 mg/vial (1,500,000 ng), 10 mL vial, Rx only, Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., North Wales, PA 19454, NDC…
Recalling firm
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA
Quantity
12,609 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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