FDAClass IIIApril 16, 2014

Spiriva HandiHaler recall

Spiriva HandiHaler (tiotropium bromide inhalation powder), Do Not Swallow Spiriva Capsules, For Use With HandiHaler Only, 18 mcg (as tiotropium) per…

Why was Spiriva HandiHaler recalled?

Defective Delivery System: Potential for dose delivery out of specification due to interation of the drug product powder with the lubricant on the interior of the capsule shell.

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?

a) 5 count capsule blister card: 303012A, Exp Sep 2014; b) 30 count capsules blister card: 303012B, Exp Sep 2014, 303125A, 303253A, Exp Oct 2014, 303895A, 304282A, Exp Nov 2014, 304510A, Exp Dec 2014

Product
Spiriva HandiHaler (tiotropium bromide inhalation powder), Do Not Swallow Spiriva Capsules, For Use With HandiHaler Only, 18 mcg (as tiotropium) per…
Recalling firm
Boehringer Ingelheim Roxane Inc
Quantity
1,276,710 Blister Cards
Distribution
Nationwide and Puerto Rico
Recall date
April 16, 2014
Classification
Class III
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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