FDAClass IIOctober 5, 2022

Rifampin Capsules recall: Impurity Out of Spec

Rifampin Capsules, USP, 300 mg, a) 30-count bottle (NDC 61748-018-30), b) 60-count bottle (NDC 61748-018-60), c) 100-count bottle (NDC 61748-018-01), Rx only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company, LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031.

Why was Rifampin Capsules recalled?

Failed impurities/degradation specifications: Finished product exceeds the 5 ppm interim limit for 1-Methyl-4-Nitrosopoperazine (MNP).

What should I do if I have this product?

The recall is ongoing. Follow the firm and FDA 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#: a) 3192827, Exp 10/31/2022; 3196136, Exp 12/31/2022; 3202198, Exp 07/31/2023; 3203658, Exp 07/31/2023; 3209114, Exp 11/30/2023; 3203851, Exp 02/29/2024; b) 3191254, Exp 09/30/2022; 3192820, Exp 09/30/2022; 3192822, Exp 10/31/2022; 3192824, Exp 10/31/2022; 3192825, Exp 10/31/2022; 3196141, Exp 01/31/2023; 3196143, Exp 02/28/2023; 3203870, Exp 11/30/2023; 3203871, Exp 02/29/2024; c) 3190636, Exp 09/30/2022; 3192813, Exp 09/30/2022; 3196132, Exp 12/31/2022; 3196133, Exp 12/31/2022; 3196138, Exp 01/31/2023; 3199702, Exp 03/31/2023; 3199703, Exp 03/31/2023

Product
Rifampin Capsules, USP, 300 mg, a) 30-count bottle (NDC 61748-018-30), b) 60-count bottle (NDC 61748-018-60), c) 100-count bottle (NDC 61748-018-01), Rx only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company, LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031.
Recalling firm
Akorn, Inc.
Quantity
177,439 bottles
Distribution
USA Nationwide and Puerto Rico
Recall date
October 5, 2022
Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (drug)
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