FDAClass IIIJanuary 15, 2014

Fenofibric Acid recall: Labeling Error

Fenofibric Acid, immediate release tablet, 105 mg, a) 30 count bottle (NDC 53489-678-07), b) 90 count bottle (NDC 53489-678-90), Rx only, Mutual…

Why was Fenofibric Acid recalled?

Labeling: Incorrect instructions; an error in section 5.11 of the patient insert that results in incorrect medical advice. Specifically, the labeling should read "If a severely depressed HDL-C level is detected, fibrate therapy should be withdrawn, and the HDL-C level monitored until it has returned to baseline, and fibrate therapy should not be re-initiated." The labeling for the recalled lots

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 6581105 & 6581106 exp. 07/15, and lot 6623001 & 6623002 exp. 01/16

Product
Fenofibric Acid, immediate release tablet, 105 mg, a) 30 count bottle (NDC 53489-678-07), b) 90 count bottle (NDC 53489-678-90), Rx only, Mutual…
Recalling firm
Mutual Pharmaceutical Company, Inc.
Distribution
Nationwide and Puerto Rico.
Recall date
January 15, 2014
Classification
Class III
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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