FDAClass IIIJuly 24, 2013

Medroxyprogesterone acetate recall

Medroxyprogesterone acetate, micronized (EP, USP) active pharmaceutical ingredient, Rx only, packaged in 6.0 kg drums (labeled as 6,000 kg), Bayer Schering Pharma AG, D-13342 Berlin

Why was Medroxyprogesterone acetate recalled?

Failed Stability Specifications: Out of specification results for particle size were obtained at the 60 month test 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?

Lot 87100040

Product
Medroxyprogesterone acetate, micronized (EP, USP) active pharmaceutical ingredient, Rx only, packaged in 6.0 kg drums (labeled as 6,000 kg), Bayer Schering Pharma AG, D-13342 Berlin
Recalling firm
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Quantity
194.62 kg
Distribution
NY, CA
Recall date
July 24, 2013
Classification
Class III
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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