FDAClass IIMay 29, 2013

Levothroid recall: CGMP Deviations

Levothroid (levothyroxine sodium tablets, USP) , 125 mcg, RX only, 100 tablets per bottle, Manufactured for Forest Pharmaceuticals, Inc, St. Louis, MO…

Why was Levothroid recalled?

cGMP deviations; After quality review of stability failures in previous lots, there is insufficient data to determine that other lots are not affected.

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 #: 1095209,1095211, Exp Apr-13; 1097408, 1097731, 1097732, Exp Jul-13.

Product
Levothroid (levothyroxine sodium tablets, USP) , 125 mcg, RX only, 100 tablets per bottle, Manufactured for Forest Pharmaceuticals, Inc, St. Louis, MO…
Recalling firm
Lloyd Inc. of Iowa
Quantity
77,471 Bottles
Distribution
The firm distributed the bulk product to Forest Laboratories, Inc, St. Louis, MO who repackaged the product into 100-tablet bottles and distribution was made to 75 customers Nationwide and Puerto Rico.
Recall date
May 29, 2013
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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