APRIL 2010
WEEK ENDING APRIL 24
PRODUCT
1) MASS TABS capsules, Proprietary Mass Tabs Blend (Kudzo Extract 40%, Trifolium
Pratense Extract 8%, Fenugreek Seed Powder, Tibulus Terrestris Extract 40%,
MethylSten (17-beta-hydroxy-2-alpha, 17-dimethyl-5-alpha-androstan-3-one azine),
Avena Sativa Extract 10:1, Pygeum africanum Bark Extract 4:1, Milk Thistle, Maca
Powder Extract .6%, Epidmedium Leaf, Bacopa Monniera Extract 4:1, Rhodiola Rosea
3%, Nettle Leaf Powder) 87,000 mcg, 30-count bottles and 60-count bottles; UPC 6
75941 00149 4.
2) RIPPED TABS TR tablets, Anabolic Amplifier Proprietary Blend (Hoenelen, Buplurium, Bergamottin) 300 mg, Energy XT Proprietary Blend (Green Tea, Caffeine USP, Mateine) 425 mg, Anabolic Cutter Blend (1,3,7-trimethyl-1H-purine-2,6(3H,7H) dione, 19 Norandrosta 4, 9 diene 3, 17 dione, Juniper Berry, Cornsilk Stylus, Bulgarian Tribulus Terrestris (Standardized at a 25% saponin content), Fenugreek seed, Theine, Acetyl-L Carnatine, Zinc (as zinc aspartate), Stinging nettle leaf, Maca Root, Eurycoma Longifolia, Couchgrass Rhizome) 234 mg, 60-count Foil Packed Tablets in a box, UPC 6 75941 00162 3.
3) DUAL ACTION GROW TABS capsules, Proprietary Testopen Blend (Kudzu root, Green Tea, zinc aspartate, Pygeum africanum extract, Stinging nettle leaf extract, 17 alpha methyl 17 beta hydroxyl 5 alpha androst 2 ene, 4 Androstene 4 chloro 17 alpha methyl 3 beta 17 beta diol, Urtica Dioca, Tongkat Ali (Malaysian Eurycoma Longifolia Jack), Dodder Seed) 250 mg, Bergamottin 50 mg, Bupleurum 50 mg, Hoelen 50 mg, 60-count foil packed 582 mg capsules in a box, UPC 6 75941 00252 1.
4) BROMODROL tablets, Bromodrol Growth Complex [Green Tea (Polyphenols), Hoelene, Bergamottin, Bupleurum, 6 Bromo 3, 17 dioxoetioallochalane, Nettle Root, Chrysin, Saw Palmetto, Schizandra Berry, Wild Yam, Safed Musli] 531 mg, 60-count foil packed in a box, UPC 6 75941 00250 7.
5) RIPPED TABS TR capsules, Anabolic
Amplifier Proprietary Blend (Hoenelen, Buplurium, Bergamottin) 300 mg, Energy XT
Proprietary Blend (Green Tea, Caffeine USP, Mateine) 500 mg, anabolic Cutter
Blend (1,3,7-trimethyl-1H-purine-2,6(3H,7H) dione, 19 Norandrosta 4, 9 diene 3,
17 dione, Juniper Berry, Cornsilk Stylus, Bulgarian Tribulus Terrestria
(Standardized at a 25% saponin content), Fenugreek seed, Theine, Acetyl-L
Carnitine, Zinc (as zinc aspartate), Stinging nettle leaf, Maca Root, Eurycoma
Longifolia, Couchgrass Rhizome) 257 mg, 60-count bottle, UPC 675941001623.
CODE
1) All lots purchased during or after 4/09, Lot # 1022, 0205, and 81509;
2) All lots purchased during or after 12/08, Lot #: CW-20, CY-64;
3) All Lots, CW-68, DA-90;
4) All lots, CU32;
5) All lots, Lot 6597010
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: IDS Sports, Oviedo, FL,
Manufacturer: Innovative Health Products, Inc, Div. Dynamic Health Prod., Largo,
FL; Redefine Nutrition, Suwanee, GA.
REASON
Marketed Without An NDA/ANDA: product contains undeclared steroids or
steroid-like substances, making them unapproved new drugs.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
32,340 boxes and bottles
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide, Brazil, Denmark, India, Lebanon, UAE, and United Kingdom
PRODUCT
1) PAI YOU GUO Slim Capsule, 30-count box, Produce: A Medicine Industry Group
Company.
2) PAI YOU GUO, 10 g tea packs
individually packaged in a pouch, 18-count pouches per box, Produce: A Medicine
Industry Group Company.
CODE
1) and 2) All product shipped between 04/01/2009-09/30/2009;
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: GMP Herbal Products, Inc., Westminster, CA,
Manufacturer: Zhejiang Camel Transworld, Hangzhou, China.
REASON
Marketed Without An Approved NDA/ANDA: The recall was initiated because PAI YOU
GUO, a weight loss dietary supplement, sold and marketed by the firm was found
to contains undeclared drug ingredients.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
Approximately 100 boxes
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
PRODUCT
ROCK HARD WEEKEND capsules, 1 capsule per blister card (UPC 0 94922 14725 7),
3-count bottle (UPC 0 94922 20870 5), and 8-count bottle (UPC 0 94922 14724 0),
Made in the USA.
CODE
Blister Pack Lot T12 705 08 (Exp: 10/11); Lot T12 705 09 (Exp: 03/12, 08/12);
3-ct Bottle (UPC 0 94922 20870 5): R417 0509 (Exp: 09/12); 8-ct Bottle (UPC 0
94922 14724 0): T237 0509 (Exp: 06/12)
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Rock Hard Laboratories, Roswell, GA,
Manufacturer: Atlas Operations, Inc., Pompano Beach, FL.
REASON
Marketed Without an Approved NDA/ANDA: The product is an unapproved new drug
because the product contains sulfoaildenfil.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
250,000 capsules (blisters and bottles)
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide, Albania, Aruba, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Denmark, Finland, Greece,
Ireland, Netherlands, Peru, Portugal, South Africa, Spain and the UK
PRODUCT
Metoprolol Tartrate Tablets, USP, 50 mg, 1000 count bottles, Rx only. NDC
63304-580-10.
CODE
Lot #: CGR9009AC, exp 05/11
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Ipca Laboratories Limited, Silvasa (D and NH), India
REASON
Tablet thickness: Metoprolol tablets may be out of specification for tablet
thickness.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1,941 bottles
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
PRODUCT ST. JOSEPH SAFETY COATED ASPIRIN (aspirin) enteric coated tablet, 81 mg, a) 36-count bottle, NDC 50580-126-36, UPC 3 0045012636 8; b) 100-count bottle, NDC 50580-126-10, UPC 3 0045012610 8; c) 180-count bottle, NDC 50580-126-18, UPC 300450126184 d) 300- count bottle, NDC 50580-126-03, UPC 30045012630; OTC.
2) ST. JOSEPH CHEWABLE ASPRIN (aspirin)
orange flavored chewable tablet, 81 mg, a) 36-count bottle, NDC 50580-173-36,
UPC 300450173362 b) 3x36- count bottle, NDA 50580-173-08, UPC 300450173089; OTC.
CODE
1) a) Lot # AFM026, AHM327, Exp 04/30/2011; AHM432, Exp 06/30/2011; AJM321,
ALM327, Exp 07/31/2011; AMM324, Exp 08/31/2011; APM349, and APM420 Exp
10/31/2011; b) Lot #.AEM050, Exp 03/31/2011; AHM374, Exp 06/30/2011; AJM320,
AJM402, Exp 07/31/2011; ALM341, AMM365, Exp 08/31/2011; AMM366, AMM367, Exp
09/30/2011; APM350, and APM351, Exp 10/31/2011; c) Lot #..AMM323, AMM433, Exp
08/31/2011; and APM304, Exp 09/30/2011; d) Lots #: AHM368, ALM377, Exp
06/30/2011; ALM378, AMM354, Exp 08/31/2011; and APM427, Exp 09/30/2011;
2) a) Lot # APM440, Exp 06/30/2011;
AMM325, Exp 09/30/2011; and APM430, Exp 10/31/2011; b) AFM360, AHM423, Exp
06/30/2011; ALM346, Exp 08/31/2011; and AMM434, Exp 09/30/2011
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
McNeil Consumer Healthcare, Div of McNeil-PPC, Inc., Fort Washington, PA,
REASON
Chemical Contamination: The product recall was initiated after identifying an
uncharacteristic smell and taste associated with the presence of a chemical
called 2,4,6,-tribromoanisole. The source of this chemical is believed to be
from the breakdown of a chemical compound used to treat the wood pallets that
are used for the transportation and storage of packaging materials.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
4,032,160 Bottles
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide, Puerto Rico, Canada, Uruguay, Fiji, Dominican Republic, Trinidad,
Guatemala, Jamaica, Guam, and UAE
PRODUCT
Digoxin Tablets, USP, 125 mcg (0.125 mg), 1000 count bottle Rx only; NDC
0143-1240-10.
CODE
Lot # 66873A, Exp 5/2011
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
West-ward Pharmaceutical Corp., Eatontown, NJ,
REASON
Superpotent (Single Ingredient Drug): West-Ward received a complaint from a
pharmacist stating that some tablets of Digoxin in a bottle of 1000 tablets were
thicker than others.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
3,894 bottles
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
WEEK ENDING APRIL 17
PRODUCT
Cleviprex (clevidipine butyrate) injectable emulsion (0.5 mg/mL); 25 mg/50 mL
single use vials (NDC 65293-002-50) packaged in a 10-count carton (NDC
65293-002-55); 50 mg/100 mL single use vials (NDC 65293-002-00) packaged in a
10-count carton (NDC 65293-002-11); Rx only.
CODE
Lot #: 68-407-DJ, Exp 08/10; 68-408-DJ, Exp 08/11; 71-101-DJ and 71-106-DJ, Exp
11/11
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
The Medicines Company, Parsippany, NJ,
REASON
Presence of Particulate Matter: The firm is expanding the recall of Cleviprex to
include four additional lots due to the potential presence of stainless steel
particulates.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
4,671 cartons
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
PRODUCT
1) Ipratropium Bromide Nasal Solution, 0.03%, 30 mL bottle, Rx only, NDC
60505-0826-1.
2) Ipratropium Bromide Nasal Solution, 0.06%, 15 mL bottle, Rx only, NDC 60505-0827-1.
3) Fluticasone Propionate USP Nasal
Spray, 50 mcg per spray, 16 g net fill weight, 120 Metered Sprays per bottle, Rx
Only; NDC 60505-0829-1.
CODE
1) Lot: JK0843, Exp 01/12;
2) Lot: JK0840, Exp 12/11;
3) Lot: JJ7064, Exp 01/12
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Apotex Corp., Weston, FL,
Manufacturer: Apotex Inc., Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada.
REASON
Presence of Foreign Substance(s): Product is being recalled due to possible
contamination with metal fragments.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
299,348 bottles
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
PRODUCT
IXEMPRA Kit (ixabepilone) for injection; 15 mg, Rx only. For intravenous
infusion only. Each carton contains: 1 vial IXEMPRA (ixabepilone) for injection
15 mg; 1 vial DILUENT for IXEMPRA 8 mL; Refrigerate; NDC 0015-1910-12.
CODE
Lot number 8K017C, Exp. Nov 2010
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Bristol-Myers Squibb Company, New Brunswick ,
Manufacturer: Baxter Oncology GmbH, Halle/Westfalen, Germany.
REASON
Labeling Label Mix-Up: IXEMPRA vial within kits with lot number 8K017C is
labeled as "Diluent for IXEMPRA for injection 8mL."
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
906 Vials
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
PRODUCT
1) Glycopyrrolate Tablets USP, 1 mg, 100 count bottle, Rx only. NDC#
64980-131-01.
2) Glycopyrrolate Tablets USP, 2 mg,
100 count bottle, Rx only. NDC# 64980-132-01.
CODE
1) Lot # & Exp date: CPA964 12/10; 100991 5/11; 101560 6/11;
2) Lot # & Exp date: CPL7117 1/10
CPE854 5/10 CPF878 6/10 CPL823 11/10 CPA965 12/10 CPA966 12/10 101039 5/11
101540 6/11
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Corepharma Llc, Middlesex, NJ,
REASON
Impurities/Degradation Products: An investigation had determined that some lots
of Glycopyrrolate 1 mg and 2 mg Tablets have the potential to exceed
specifications for Impurity-I content over the shelf life of the product.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
68,409 bottles
DISTRIBUTION
NJ
PRODUCT
Benadryl Allergy (Diphenhydramine HCL / Antihistamine), tablets, 25 mg, 148
Ultratab Tablets per bottle, NDC 505580-226-14.
CODE
Lots #'s: AAA422 Exp Date 11/30/2010, AJA094 Exp Date 5/31/2011, ABA392 Exp Date
11/30/2010, and ALA034 Exp Date 6/30/2011
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
McNeil Consumer Healthcare, Div of McNeil-PPC, Inc., Fort Washington, PA,
Manufacturer: Mcneil Healthcare, Llc, Las Piedras, PR.
REASON
Chemical Contamination: The product recall was initiated after identifying an
uncharacteristic smell and taste associated with the presence of a chemical
called 2,4,6,-tribromoanisole. The source of this chemical is believed to be
from the breakdown of a chemical compound used to treat the wood pallets that
are used for the transportation and storage of packaging materials.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
258,720 bottles
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide, Puerto Rico, Canada, Uruguay, Fiji, Dominican Republic, Trinidad,
Guatemala, Jamaica, Guam, and UAE
PRODUCT
Simply Sleep Nightime Sleep Aid Contains Diphenhydramine HCL, caplets. 25 mg,
100 count bottle, NDC 50580-843-10.
CODE
Lots #'s: ADM015 Exp Date: 2/28/2011, ADM016 Exp Date 2/28/2011, AFM014 Exp Date
12/31/2010, AFM352 Exp Date 2/28/2011, AJM319 Exp Date 5/31/2011 , AJM364 Exp
Date 7/31/2011 , ALM387 Exp Date 7/31/2011, AMM436 Exp Date 7/31/2011, and
AMM438 Exp Date 10/31/2011
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: McNeil Consumer Healthcare, Div of McNeil-PPC, Inc., Fort
Washington, PA,
Manufacturer: Mcneil Healthcare, Llc, Las Piedras, PR.
REASON
Chemical Contamination: The product recall was initiated after identifying an
uncharacteristic smell and taste associated with the presence of a chemical
called 2, 4, 6,-tribromoanisole. The source of this chemical is believed to be
from the breakdown of a chemical compound used to treat the wood pallets that
are used for the transportation and storage of packaging materials.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1,173,744 bottles
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide, Canada, Uruguay, Fiji, Dominican Republic, Trinidad, Guatemala,
Jamaica, Guam, and UAE
PRODUCT
Tropical Breeze (Triclosan), anti-bacterial foaming soap, 18 fl. oz.
CODE
Batch number 1003201
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Zep Manufacturer, Atlanta, GA
REASON
The product will not meet its normal shelf life of two years due to the presence
of spoilage organisms.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
9,720 bottles
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
PRODUCT
1) Risperidone Tablets USP, 2 mg, 60-count bottle, Rx Only, NDC 5111-204-60.
2) Risperidone Tablets USP, 4 mg,
60-count bottle, Rx Only, NDC 5111-206-60.
CODE
1) Batch # C82255, C82256, C82507, Exp 4/2010;
2) Batch # C82260, C82261, C82262,
C82517, Exp 4/2010; Batch # C90426, Exp 10/2010; Batch # C95500, Exp. 9/2011
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Dr Reddy'S Laboratories Inc., Bridgewater, NJ,
Manufacturer: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Limited, Anhdra Pradesh, India.
REASON
Impurities/Degradation Products: Out of Specification results for impurities at
the 18 month time point.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
78,876 bottles
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
Atlas Operations, Inc. Announces Recall of Specific Lots of Sexual Enhancement Products Marketed as Dietary Supplements
Atlas Operations, Inc. is expanding its recall of the company’s dietary supplements for sexual enhancement to include Stamin It, Erectzia, and Vigor 100.
These products were sold as dietary supplements throughout the United States. Atlas Operations, Inc. is conducting a recall after lab analyses found that the products to contain Sulfoaildenafil, an analogue of Sildenafil. The active drug ingredient is not listed on the product label.
The recalled products are in capsule form and may be packaged in blisters, pouches or bottles. All expiration dates of the products are included in this recall.
Complete List of Recalled Products and Lot Numbers
PRODUCT |
LOT NUMBER* |
| 72 Hours (all strengths) |
###-705-## |
| Amour Again for Him |
###-705-## |
| Arousin |
###-705-## |
| Clyamax |
###-705-## |
| Depth Charge |
###-807-## |
| Enhancement |
###-705-## ###-706-## |
| Erectzia |
###-705-## |
| Erexa |
###-705-## |
| Ere-xxx by Elite Body |
###-705-## |
| Ere-xxx by Maxi Elit |
###-705-## |
| Erousa |
###-705-## |
| Ezerex |
###-705-## ###-706-## |
| Finally On Demand |
###-706-## |
| Libiplus |
###-705-## |
| Love Fuel |
###-706-## |
| Rainbow Rocket |
###-706-## |
| Red Hot Sex |
###-705-## |
| Sexual Surge |
###-705-## |
| Stamin It |
###-705-## |
| Staminil |
###-705-## |
| Tacktol |
###-705-## |
| Topviril |
###-705-## |
| Vaxitrol |
###-520-## |
| Vierect |
###-705-## |
| Vigor 100 |
###-705-## |
| Whatz Up Rx |
###-706-## |
| Xtremexcite |
###-706-## |
| Zenerect |
###-705-## |
*Consumers can identify recalled products by the 3 or 4 digit code located in
the middle of the lot numbers noted above, where “#” represents any
alphanumeric digit. Additionally, the lot numbers may or may not contain
dashes.
We urge consumers who have purchased these products to discontinue their use and return to their place of purchase. You may also return products directly to Atlas Operations.
Customers can call Atlas Operations at 1-800-466-4444 Monday through Friday from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm EST for instructions on the return and refund process.
WEEK ENDING APRIL 10
PRODUCT
1) Yi Shou capsules, 400 mg, (3 x 10-count blister packs) 30 capsules per box.
2) Yi Shou Capsules, 650 mg, Extra
Strength, (3 x 10-count blister packs) 30 capsules per box.
CODE
All lots
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Healthy Body Forero, Bayamon, PR,
REASON
Marketed Without Approved NDA/ANDA: FDA analysis found that these products
contains sibutramine, the active ingredient in an FDA-approved drug indicated
for use as an appetite suppressant for weight loss, making it an unapproved new
drug.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
Unknown
DISTRIBUTION
PR
PRODUCT
Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium for Oral Suspension, USP, 400 mg/5 mL; Rx
only; NDC 63304-979-01.
CODE
Lot numbers# 1910779 and 1910782 of 400mg/57mg (base) per 5mL; Exp 5/2010
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Ranbaxy Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Princeton, NJ,
Manufacturer: Ranbaxy Laboratories, Ltd., Dewas, India.
REASON
Complaints received of 2 lots of Amoxicillin & Clavulanate Potassium for
Oral Suspension turning brown upon reconstitution. The product should be white.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
a) 23,544; b) 11,400
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
PRODUCT
1) Vial label: MethylPREDNISolone Acetate Injectable Suspension, USP, 40 mg/mL
Sterile, For IM, Intrasynovial and Soft Tissue Use. Not For Intravenous Use.
Shake Well. Rx only, 1mL Single Dose Vial; NDC 0781-3131-71 Box label:
MethylPREDNISolone Acetate Injectable Suspension, USP 40 mg/mL Sterile for
intramuscular, intrasynovial and soft tissue injection only. Not For Intravenous
Use, Rx only, One 1 mL Single Dose Vial, Case label: SANDOZ; MethylPREDNISolone
Ac 40 mg/mL SD 1 mLV US, Qty: 120 x (1 x 1 mL), Store between 20-25 'C; Exp:
2010-11.
2) 2) Vial label: MethylPREDNISolone Acetate Injectable Suspension, USP 40 mg/mL Sterile, For IM, Intrasynovial and Soft Tissue Use. Not For Intravenous Use. NDC 0781-3131-71 Box label: MethylPREDNISolone Acetate Injectable Suspension, USP 40 mg/mL Sterile for intramuscular, intrasynovial and soft tissue injection only, Not For Intravenous Use, Sterile Rx only, 10x1 mL Single Dose Vials. Case label: SANDOZ; METHYLPREDNI Ac 40 mg/mL SD 10 x 1mLV US, Qty96 x (10 x 1 mL) Store between 20-25 'C.
3) Vial label: MethylPREDNISolone Acetate Injectable Suspension, USP, 80 mg/mL, Sterile, For IM, Intrasynovial and Soft Tissue Use, Not For Intravenous Use, Shake Well, Rx only, 1mL Single Dose Vial, NDC 0781-3132-71 Box label: MethylPREDNISolone Acetate Injectable Suspension, USP, 40 mg/mL, Sterile, For intramuscular, intrasynovial and soft tissue injection only, Not For Intravenous Use, Rx only, One 1 mL Single Dose Vial, Case label: SANDOZ; METHYLPREDNI Ac 80 mg/mL SA IMV US, Qty: 120 x (1 x 1 mL), Store between 20-25 'C.
4) Vial label:
MethylPREDNISolone Acetate Injectable Suspension, USP, 80 mg/mL, Sterile, For
IM, Intrasynovial and Soft Tissue Use, Not For Intravenous Use, Shake Wwll, Rx
only, 1mL Single Dose Vial, NDC 0781-3132-71 Box label: MethylPREDNISolone
Acetate Injectable Suspension, USP, 80 mg/mL, Sterile, For intramuscular,
intrasynovial and soft tissue injection only, Not For Intravenous Use, Rx only,
10 x 1 mL Single Dose Vials, Case label: SANDOZ; METHYLPREDNI Ac 80 mg/mL SA IMV
US, Qty: 96 x (10 x 1 mL), Store between 20-25 'C.
CODE
1 Lot numbers: 150692, exp 11/30/2010; 150693, exp. 11/30/2010 and 155905, exp.
7/31/2011;
2) Lot numbers: 149633, exp. 10/31/2010; 152864, exp. 3/31/2011; 155904, exp. 7/31/2011;
3) Lot numbers: 149332, exp. 8/31/2010 and 155797, exp. 8/31/2010;
4) Lot numbers: 150568, exp.
11/30/2010; 153048, exp. 3/31/2011; 158623, exp. 11/30/2011
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Sandoz, Inc., Princeton, NJ,
Manufacturer: Sandoz Canada Inc., Boucherville, Canada.
REASON
Methylprednisolone Acetate in the 40 and 80 mg, single dose lots were mistakenly
labeled with a 24 month expiration date instead of 18 months.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
35,235 vials
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
PRODUCT
Temodar (temozolomide) for Injection, 100 mg/vial, for Intravenous Use Only,
Single-Use Vial, Discard after use, Rx only, NDC 0085-1381-01.
CODE
Batch # E-KAS- and E-KAS-3
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Schering Corp., Miami Lakes, FL,
Manufacturer: Baxter Oncology GmbH, Halle/Westfalen, Germany.
REASON
There is potential for defects to exist in the glass vials that may, in rare
cases, result in damage to the vials that may compromise the integrity of the
vials. Use of these vials which are damaged may present a risk of infection to
patients, particularly those who are immunocompromised.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
6,792 vials
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
PRODUCT
Fluocinonide Cream USP, 0.05%, Net Wt 30 grams, Rx only; NDC 0168-0139-30.
CODE
Lot 872A (exp 9/11)
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Nycomed US Inc., Melville, NY,
Manufacturer: Nycomed Us Inc., Hicksville, NY.
REASON
Firm received one complaint of leakage from tube crimp.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
30,358 units
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
PRODUCT
Rosaderm Cleanser (Sodium Sulfacetamide 10%/Sulfur 5%), packaged in 6 oz (NDC
68032-104-06) and 12 oz tubes, NDC 68032-104-12, Rx only.
CODE
6 oz (NDC 68032-104-06) Lot #s: 15400, Exp 3/31/2010; 15600, Exp 4/30/2010;
88100, Exp 5/31/2010; 88200, Exp 5/31/2010; F08A056, Exp 10/31/2009; F08A060,
Exp 10/31/2009; F08C064, Exp 12/31/2009; 12 oz (NDC 68032-104-12) Lot #s: 88000,
Exp 5/31/2010; F07K075, Exp 8/31/2009
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: River's Edge Pharmaceuticals, LLC, Suwannee, GA,
Manufacturer: Harmony Labs, Inc., Landis, NC.
REASON
Manufacturing Validation: Packaging validation was conducted after product
distribution.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
43,655 tubes
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
PRODUCT
1) Benzoyl Peroxide Cleanser, Topical Acne Therapy, 4.5%, 400 mL bottle, Rx
Only, NDC 68032-114-40.
2) Benzoyl Peroxide Cream, Topical Acne Therapy, 6.5%, 125 mL tube, Rx Only, NDC 68032-118-12.
3) Benzoyl Peroxide Gel, Topical Acne Therapy, 4.5%, 125 mL tube, Rx Only, NDC 68032-113-12.
4) Benzoyl Peroxide Pad, 4.5%, box containing 30 foil pouches each with a single-use medicated pad (6 mL each), Rx Only, NDC 68032-143-75.
5) Benzoyl Peroxide Cleanser, Topical Acne Therapy, 6.5%, 400 mL bottle, Rx Only, NDC 68032-120-40.
6) Benzoyl Peroxide Cleanser, Topical
Acne Therapy, 8.5%, 400 mL bottle, Rx Only, NDC 68032-117-40.
CODE
1) Lot #s: F07L048, Exp 05/31/2009; F2800, Exp 10/31/2009;
2) Lot # F5900, Exp 10/31/2009;
3) Lot # F07G025, Exp 06/30/2009;
4) Lot # 5318, Exp 8/31/2009;
5) Lot #s: F07K015, Exp 4/30/2009; F08C063, Exp 9/30/2009;
6) Lot #s: 15300, Exp 11/30/2009;
F07K016, Exp 04/30/2009
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: River's Edge Pharmaceuticals, LLC, Suwanee, GA,
Manufacturer: Harmony Labs, Inc., Landis, NC.
REASON
Product lacks stability: documents indicated potential problems with assay.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
23,597 units
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
WEEK ENDING APRIL 3
Kanec USA Inc., Issues a Recall of Stud Capsule For Men Marketed as Dietary Supplements
KANEC USA INC, 5061, South State Road 7. Ste 602, Davie FL 33314, is recalling Stud Capsule For Men Lot #060607-01/060108-01 Exp 6-2013. Kanec USA Inc, is conducting this recall because a laboratory analysis of Stud Capsule Lot 060607-01/060108-01 Exp 6-2013 sample found the product to be adulterated with Sildenafil, an FDA approved drug used in the treatment of Erectile Dysfunction(ED). Making it an unapproved new drug.
Use of this product may pose a threat to consumers because the analogue may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs (such as nitroglycerin) and may lower blood pressure to dangerous levels. Consumers with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease often take nitrates. ED is a common problem in men with these conditions, and consumers may seek these types of products to enhance sexual performance.
Stud Capsule For Men are sold nationwide. The products are sold as a blister pack containing one capsule per unit of use 24-packs in a Box. Lot number and expiration date appears on the seal.
Consumers who have Stud Capsule For Men Lot 060607-01/060108-01 Exp 6-2010 in their possession should stop using them immediately.
The Company is advising consumers to return any unused Stud Capsule For Men, to the retail location from which it was purchased or to the Company directly if it was purchased from the Company as a part of its Direct Response Program. Consumers can send unused capsule to directly to the company.
KANEC
USA INC
5061 SOUTH STATE ROAD 7, U602
DAVIE FL 33314
Phone: 954-583-5840
Fax: 954-583-5885
US Oftalmi Announces
Recall of the Camolyn Eye Drops Product Line, and Fisiolin Nasal Drops.
Includes All Lots of 15mL Bottles.
US Oftalmi, of Hallandale, Florida, is recalling all Over-the-Counter Eye Drops and Nasal Drops. Products are packaged in 15mL plastic bottles and were distributed nationwide to food and drug distributors for retail.
| PRODUCT | LOT# | EXPIRATION DATE |
UPC |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAMOLYN HOMEOPATHIC | 049036 087934 |
05/2011 08/2009 |
591196 00446 |
| CAMOLYN PLUS,
NAPHAZOLINE + CHAMOMILE 15 ml. |
037691 097420 |
03/2010 10/2010 |
66482 00018 |
| CAMOLYN REFRESH 15 ml. | 116636 107610 |
11/2009 11/2010 |
66482 00020 |
| CAMOLYN-A,
NAPHAZOLINE + PHENIRAMINE 15 ml |
057063 058962 106606 099487 |
05/2009 04/2010 10/2008 09/2011 |
66482 00019 |
| FISIOLIN NASAL
DROPS SODIUM CHLORIDE PEDIATRIC USES 15 ml. |
028659 | 03/2011 | 591196 00375 |
This recall is being initiated due to conditions at the manufacturing facility that cannot assure the sterility of the products. Products that are non-sterile have the potential to cause eye infections, which may be sight threatening.
The company has ceased the production, importation and distribution of the products until further notice. Consumers who may have any of these products on hand are advised to discard them immediately.
Consumers with questions may call US Oftalmi at (954) 338-6891 Monday through Friday 8AM to 4:30 PM EST.
Natural Wellness, Inc. Issues a Recall of Masxtreme Capsules, Marketed As a Dietary Supplement
Natural Wellness is warning consumers not to purchase or consume the product known as MasXtreme, Lot# 911035. This product which is being marketed as a dietary supplement contains undeclared amounts of Aildenafil, as well as the drug Phentolamine which is an alpha-adrenergic blocker.
MasXtreme is sold in blister packs containing one (1) capsule. The product is distributed Nationwide by Natural Wellness Inc. This product is being promoted for increasing desire and sexual performance. The product is sold without medical prescription.
Consumers who have purchased MasXtreme tablets are urged to immediately discontinue their use and return the product to their place of purchase or directly to Natural Wellness Inc. at 440 S Federal Hwy, Suite 107, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441.
Consumers with questions regarding this recall may contact the company at 954-570-6662 Monday through Friday 8 am to 4 pm.
PRODUCT
1) Slimbionic Capsules, 350 mg of a proprietary herbal blend, packaged in 30 count boxes.
2) One Weight Loss Pill, 990 mg of a proprietary herbal blend, packaged in 30 capsule bottles.
3) SlimDemand Capsules, with FeiHua formula, 350 mg of a proprietary herbal blend, 30 count bottles.
4) Botanical Weight Loss Capsules, 350 mg herbal blend, 30 count bottles.
CODE
All lotsRECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Young You Corporation, Tarzana, CA,REASON
Marketed Without an Approved NDA/ANDA: product contains undeclared Sibutramine.VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
UnknownDISTRIBUTION
Nationwide and Switzerland, Azerbaijan, Cayman Islands, Greece, United Kingdom, Norway, Australia, Ireland, Israel, Denmark, France, Canada, Sweden, Netherlands
PRODUCT
Cleviprex (clevidipine butyrate) injectable emulsion (0.5 mg/mL); 25 mg/50 mL single use vials (NDC 65293-002-50) packaged in a 10-count carton (NDC 65293-002-55); 50 mg/100 mL single use vials (NDC 65293-002-00) packaged in a 10-count carton (NDC 65293-002-11); Rx only.CODE
Lot #: 61-978-DW, 61-979-DW, and 61-980-DW, Exp 01/10; 68-404-DJ, 68-405-DJ, and 68-406-DJ, Exp 08/10; 69-830-DJ, 63-385-DJ, 63-386-DJ, and 63-266-DJ, Exp 03/11; and 64-453-DJ, Exp 04/11
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: The Medicines Company, Parsippany, NJ,
Manufacturer: Hospira, Inc., Clayton, NC.
REASON
Presence of Particulate Matter: Visible particulate matter was observed in certain lots of Cleviprex 0.5 mg/mL.VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
7,492 cartonsDISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
PRODUCT
Demser (Metyrosine) capsules, 250 mg; 100 capsules per bottle; Rx only; NDC: 25010-305-15; UPC 325010305151.CODE
Lot number: 9F661, Exp. 5/2012RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Aton Pharma, Inc., Lawrenceville, NJ,
Manufacturer: Merck & Company, Inc., West Point, PA.
REASON
Failed USP Dissolution Test Requirements. Samples have failed to meet dissolution specifications.VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
317 bottles of 100 capsulesDISTRIBUTION
Nationwide, Canada, Spain, France, New Zealand, UK
PRODUCT
Cortamox Lotion (hydrocortisone/pramoxine HCl/chloroxylenol), in each mL: 10 mg/10 mg/1 mg, 60 mL (2 fl oz) dropper bottle, Rx Only; NDC 68032-206-02.CODE
Lot # F07G011, Exp 6/30/2009RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: River’s Edge Pharmaceuticals, LLC, Suwanee, GA,
Manufacturer: Harmony Labs, Inc., Landis, NC.
REASON
Product lacks stability: Long term stability failure.VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
7,103 dropper bottlesDISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
PRODUCT
1) Clearasil Ultra (2% Salicylic Acid) Overnight Wash, 6.78 fl. oz (200 mL), Item 39977-00613-00; UPC 8 39977 00939 1.
2) Clearasil Ultra (2% Salicylic Acid) Acne Clearing Gel Wash, 6.78 fl. oz. (200mL), Item 39977-00939-15; UPC 8 39977 00939 2.
CODE
1) Lot numbers: 01 C9296, 02 C9296, 02 C9297, 07 C9303, 02 C9299, 03 C9299, 04 C9301, 05 C9301, 05 C9302, and 06 C9302;
2) Lot number 02 C9317
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Reckitt Benckiser, Fort Worth, TX,REASON
Product has potential for losing lot code information when unwrapped.VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
84,432 unitsDISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
PRODUCT
Fluocinonide Ointment USP, 0.05%, For external use only, not for ophthalmic use, a) Net Wt 15 grams (NDC 0168-0140-15); b) Net Wt 30 grams (NDC 0168-0140-30); c) Net Wt 60 grams (NDC 0168-0140-60), Rx only.CODE
a) batch 902A (exp 9/11); b) batch 982A (exp 10/11); c) batch 111B (exp 10/11RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Nycomed US, Inc., Melville, NY,REASON Out-of specification result for a known degradant was obtained for a previous batch of Fluocinonide Ointment USP, 0.05%. The firm is recalling the three batches as a precaution.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
52,156 unitsDISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
PRODUCT
Selenium Sulfide Shampoo, 2.25%, 180 mL bottle, Rx Only, NDC 68032-127-18.CODE
Lot #s: 94200, Exp 8/31/2010; F08B056, Exp 2/28/2010; F07K014, Exp 10/31/2009RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: River’s Edge Pharmaceuticals, LLC, Suwanee, GA,
Manufacturer: Harmony Labs, Inc., Landis, NC.
REASON
Product Lacks Stability: No documentation of stability for 2006 and 2007.VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
21,603 bottlesDISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
PRODUCT
RE Pramoxine-HC (hydrocortisone/chloroxylenol/pramoxine HCl), Otic drops, 10 mg/1 mg/10 mg, 10 mL dropper bottle, Rx Only, NDC 68032-379-97.CODE
Lot # 6191, Exp 2/28/2011RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: River’s Edge Pharmaceuticals, LLC, Suwanee, GA,
Manufacturer: Sonar Products, Inc., Carlstadt, NJ.
REASON
Product lacks stability.VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
9,552 dropper bottlesDISTRIBUTION
Nationwide