FDAClass IIIApril 13, 2016

Ranitidine Syrup recall: Impurity Out of Spec

Ranitidine Syrup (Ranitidine Oral Solution, USP), 15 mg/mL (75 mg/5 mL), 16 fl oz Bottle, Rx only, Mfd For: Heritage Pharmaceuticals Inc., Eatontown…

Why was Ranitidine Syrup recalled?

Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Product recalled due to elevated impurity result detected during routine 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 #s: 14G008, 14G013, 14G010, 14G015, 14G016, 14G021, 14G026, 14G028, Exp. 01/2016; 14K027, 14K023, Exp. 04/2016; 15B040, 15B041, Exp. 08/2016; 15E042, Exp. 11/2016; 15F019, 15F021, Exp. 12/2016; 15G038, Exp. 01/2017; 15H004, 15H008, Exp. 02/2017

Product
Ranitidine Syrup (Ranitidine Oral Solution, USP), 15 mg/mL (75 mg/5 mL), 16 fl oz Bottle, Rx only, Mfd For: Heritage Pharmaceuticals Inc., Eatontown…
Recalling firm
Bio-pharm, Inc.
Quantity
103,664 Bottles
Distribution
Nationwide and Puerto Rico
Recall date
April 13, 2016
Classification
Class III
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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