FDAClass IIIApril 8, 2020

Fentanyl Citrate Injection recall: Impurity Out of Spec

Fentanyl Citrate Injection, USP, 100 mcg/2 mL (50 mcg/mL), 10 Ampules per carton, (2 mL each), Rx only, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL…

Why was Fentanyl Citrate Injection recalled?

Failed impurities/degradation specification: Out-of-Specification result for total impurity at 4.1% (Limit: NMT 3.0%) during retained sample 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 081887A, EXP 08/2021

Product
Fentanyl Citrate Injection, USP, 100 mcg/2 mL (50 mcg/mL), 10 Ampules per carton, (2 mL each), Rx only, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL…
Recalling firm
Akorn Inc
Quantity
15,170 ampules
Distribution
Distributed Nationwide in the USA
Recall date
April 8, 2020
Classification
Class III
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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