FDAClass IIMay 6, 2015

Fluoxetine Capsules USP recall: Impurity Out of Spec

Fluoxetine Capsules USP, 20 mg, packaged in a) 500-count bottles (NDC 50111-648-02), and (b) 1000- count bottles (NDC 50111-648-03), Rx only, Manufactured by Pliva Krakow Pharmaceutical Company S.A., Krakow, Poland; Manufactured for Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Sellersville, PA 18960

Why was Fluoxetine Capsules USP recalled?

Chemical Contamination: Product recalled due to an elevated level of a residual solvent impurity in the API that exceeds the Threshold of Toxicological Concern (TTC) calculation for the impurity.

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 #: a) 6A208123, Exp 8/2015; b) 6A208121, Exp 8/2015.

Product
Fluoxetine Capsules USP, 20 mg, packaged in a) 500-count bottles (NDC 50111-648-02), and (b) 1000- count bottles (NDC 50111-648-03), Rx only, Manufactured by Pliva Krakow Pharmaceutical Company S.A., Krakow, Poland; Manufactured for Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Sellersville, PA 18960
Recalling firm
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA
Distribution
Nationwide
Recall date
May 6, 2015
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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