FDAClass IIApril 15, 2015

Fomepizole Injection recall: Sterility Concern

Fomepizole Injection, 1.5 g/1.5 mL (1 g/mL), For Intravenous Infusion only, Rx only, Manufactured by: Emcure Pharmaceuticals Lt. for Sandoz Inc.…

Why was Fomepizole Injection recalled?

Lack of Assurance of Sterility. A recent FDA inspection reported GMP violations potentially impacting product quality and sterility.

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 #: VFMA 029, VFMA 030, VFMA 031, VFMA 032 Exp 4/15; VFMA 033, Exp 7/2016; VFMA 034, Exp 10/2017.

Product
Fomepizole Injection, 1.5 g/1.5 mL (1 g/mL), For Intravenous Infusion only, Rx only, Manufactured by: Emcure Pharmaceuticals Lt. for Sandoz Inc.…
Recalling firm
Navinta LLC
Quantity
14,628 units
Distribution
Nationwide
Recall date
April 15, 2015
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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