FDAClass IISeptember 29, 2021

Chantix recall: Impurity Out of Spec

Chantix (varenicline) tablets 0.5mg/1mg, 56 Tablets, Rx only, Distributed by Pfizer Labs, Division of Pfizer Inc. NY, NY 10017, Made in Ireland, NDC 00069-0471-03. carton containing one blister pack of 11 0.5 mg tablets and one blister pack containing 42.1 mg tablets.

Why was Chantix recalled?

CGMP Deviations: Presence of the N-nitroso-varenicline impurity above FDA s acceptable interim acceptable intake limit

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall is ongoing. Follow the firm and FDA 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?

Lots 00018522, 00018523, 00018739, 00018740, 00020231, 00020232, 00020357, 00020358, 00020716, 00020813, 00021288, 00021289, 00021420, 00021687, 00021688, 00021788, 00021789, 00021790, 00021791, 00021792, 00022819, 00022851, 00023136, 00023137, 00023190, 00023448, DM0275, DM0276, DM0277, DY4470, EC5911, EC5912, ED6814, ET1600, ET1603, ET1607, ET1609, ET1611 EXPIRATION DATE: August 2021 January 2023

Product
Chantix (varenicline) tablets 0.5mg/1mg, 56 Tablets, Rx only, Distributed by Pfizer Labs, Division of Pfizer Inc. NY, NY 10017, Made in Ireland, NDC 00069-0471-03. carton containing one blister pack of 11 0.5 mg tablets and one blister pack containing 42.1 mg tablets.
Recalling firm
Pfizer Inc.
Distribution
Nationwide
Recall date
September 29, 2021
Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (drug)
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