TEV-TROPIN [somatropin recall: Contamination
TEV-TROPIN [somatropin (rDNA origin) for injection] 5 mg (15 IU) 1-count bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured in Israel, Distributed by: Gate Pharmaceuticals div. of Teva Pharmaceuticals USA Sellersville,PA 18960. NDC 57844-713-46
Why was TEV-TROPIN [somatropin recalled?
Chemical Contamination: TEV-TROPIN [somatropin (rDNA origin) for injection] may contain silicone oil due to leakage of a leaking line during the freeze-drying process.
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 # H11599A; Exp. 03/16 Lot # H11599B; Exp. 03/16 Lot # H12913A; Exp. 05/16 Lot # H12913B; Exp. 05/16 Lot # H12914A; Exp. 05/16 Lot # H12914B; Exp. 05/16 Lot # H13846A; Exp. 07/16 Lot # H13846B; Exp. 07/16
- Product
- TEV-TROPIN [somatropin (rDNA origin) for injection] 5 mg (15 IU) 1-count bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured in Israel, Distributed by: Gate Pharmaceuticals div. of Teva Pharmaceuticals USA Sellersville,PA 18960. NDC 57844-713-46
- Recalling firm
- Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc
- Quantity
- 129,060 cartons
- Distribution
- PA
- Recall date
- June 25, 2014
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Agency
- FDA (drug)