FDAClass IIJuly 11, 2012

Eloxatin recall: CGMP Deviations

Eloxatin (OXALIplatin injection) 5 mg/mL Injection, 50 mg, Rx only, Mfd. for: sanofi aventis US LLC Bridgewater, NJ 08807, NDC 0024-0590-10

Why was Eloxatin recalled?

CGMP Deviations: Eloxatin was manufactured by Ben Venue Laboratories, a contract manufacturer, which was recently inspected by the agency and revealed significant issues in Good Manufacturing Practices.

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 number and expiration dates Eloxatin¿ (OXALIplatin injection) 50mg vial AE41 02/ 2012 Eloxatin¿ (OXALIplatin injection) 50mg vial CA02B 02/ 2012 Eloxatin¿ (OXALIplatin injection) 50mg vial AE27 02/ 2012 Eloxatin¿ (OXALIplatin injection) 50mg vial BL18B 06/ 2012 Eloxatin¿ (OXALIplatin injection) 50mg vial CB13B 06/ 2012 Eloxatin¿ (OXALIplatin injection) 50mg vial CD65B 01/ 2014 Eloxatin¿ (OXALIplatin injection) 50mg vial CE39B 01/ 2014

Product
Eloxatin (OXALIplatin injection) 5 mg/mL Injection, 50 mg, Rx only, Mfd. for: sanofi aventis US LLC Bridgewater, NJ 08807, NDC 0024-0590-10
Recalling firm
sanofi-aventis US, Inc.
Quantity
196,355 vials
Distribution
Nationwide.
Recall date
July 11, 2012
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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