Amitiza recall: Labeling Error
Amitiza (lubiprostone) capsules, 24 mcg, 60-count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by: Sucampo Pharma Americas, LLC, NDC 64764-240-60
Why was Amitiza recalled?
Labeling: Label mix-up. Amitiza 8 mcg capsules are being recalled because 24 mcg capsules were found in a 8 mcg trade 60 ct. bottle. Amitiza 24 mcg capsules are being recalled because a sealed 60 ct. bottle contained only 8 mcg capsules, this incident is being considered as a labeling mix-up issue.
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 #: 3200626-61, Exp 02/2022
- Product
- Amitiza (lubiprostone) capsules, 24 mcg, 60-count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by: Sucampo Pharma Americas, LLC, NDC 64764-240-60
- Recalling firm
- MALLINCKRODT PHARMACEUTICALS
- Quantity
- 80,640 bottles
- Distribution
- US Nationwide
- Recall date
- May 29, 2019
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Agency
- FDA (drug)