FDAClass IIIJune 5, 2013

Seasonale(R) recall: Impurity Out of Spec

Seasonale(R) (Levonorgestrel/Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets), 0.15 mg/0.03 mg, 3 extended-cycle tablet dispensers, 91 tablets each, Rx only, TEVA Women…

Why was Seasonale(R) recalled?

Failed Impurity/Degradation Specification; an impurity identified as N-Butyl-Benzene Sulfonamide (NBBS) detected during impurity testing

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?

NDC 51285-058-66 -- lot numbers 33802330A, exp 6/2013; and 33802464A, exp 6/2013.

Product
Seasonale(R) (Levonorgestrel/Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets), 0.15 mg/0.03 mg, 3 extended-cycle tablet dispensers, 91 tablets each, Rx only, TEVA Women…
Recalling firm
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
Quantity
17,108 blister packs
Distribution
Nationwide
Recall date
June 5, 2013
Classification
Class III
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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