FDAClass IIIFebruary 13, 2013

Leukine sargramostim 5 x 500 mcg/mL vial recall: Impurity Out of Spec

Leukine sargramostim 5 x 500 mcg/mL vial, liquid injection, Sterile Rx only, Mfd by: Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals, LLC Seattle, WA 98101 U.S. Lic.…

Why was Leukine sargramostim 5 x 500 mcg/mL vial recalled?

Impurities/Degradation Products: A confirmed out of specification result for Leukine sargramostin lot B18827 occurred at the three month time point.

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?

B18511 Exp. 04/12 , B18513 Exp. 05/12, B18515 Exp. 06/12, B18517 Exp. 06/12, B18825 Exp. 10/12, B18831 Exp.12/12

Product
Leukine sargramostim 5 x 500 mcg/mL vial, liquid injection, Sterile Rx only, Mfd by: Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals, LLC Seattle, WA 98101 U.S. Lic.…
Recalling firm
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Quantity
138,505 vials
Distribution
Nationwide
Recall date
February 13, 2013
Classification
Class III
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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