FEBRUARY 2012
WEEK ENDING FEBRUARY 25
Regeneca, Inc. Issues
a Recall of All Lots of Single Capsule RegenErect Because of Potential Health
Risks
Regeneca, Inc. (Pink
Sheets:RGNA) is recalling all lots of single capsule packet RegenErect, labeled
as a dietary supplement. The company has confirmed the presence of Tadalafil
making these products unapproved new drugs. Tadalafil is an FDA-approved drug
used as treatment for male Erectile Dysfunction (ED). The active drug ingredient
is not listed on the label for these products.
Regeneca, Inc. has distributed RegenErect via sales made over the internet to
consumers in the United States of America and Puerto Rico, and given as samples
at public events.
RegenErect, is a blue capsule sold individually in foil packets with a UPC code
of 816860010055. .
Regeneca, Inc. advises any customers in possession of the RegenErect product
above to return any unused product for an exchange, or a full refund, to the
company directly.
Customers can call
(800) 690-6958 (Monday through Friday from 8am to 6pm Pacific Time) for
instructions on the return and exchange/refund process.
Glenmark Generics Inc.
Announces a Recall of Seven (7) Lots of
Norgestimate and Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets USP, 0.18 mg/0.035 mg, 0.215
mg/0.035 mg, 0.25 mg/0.035 mg (Generic)
Glenmark Generics Inc.
USA is recalling seven (7) lots of Norgestimate and Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets
USP, 0.18 mg/0.035 mg, 0.215 mg/0.035 mg, 0.25 mg/0.035 mg. The recall is being
implemented because of a packaging error, where select blisters were rotated 180
degrees within the card, reversing the weekly tablet orientation and making the
lot number and expiry date visible only on the outer pouch.
These tablets were manufactured and packaged by Glenmark Generics Ltd. India.
and are distributed by Glenmark Generics Inc. USA. This product is distributed
to wholesalers and retail pharmacies nationwide between September 21, 2011 and
December 30, 2011. This product is distributed by Glenmark Generics Inc. only in
the USA.
Lot numbers of affected packs of Norgestimate and Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets USP,
0.18 mg/0.035 mg, 0.215 mg/0.035 mg, 0.25 mg/0.035 mg (Generic), are as follows:
| NDC |
Lot
Nos |
Expiration |
| 68462-565-29 |
04110101 |
07/31/2013 |
| 04110106 |
07/31/2013 |
| 04110107 |
07/31/2013 |
| 04110114 |
08/31/2013 |
| 04110124 |
08/31/2013 |
| 04110129 |
08/31/2013 |
| 04110134 |
09/30/2013 |
Any adverse events that may be
related to the use of these products should be reported to Glenmark Generics
Inc., USA at 1-(888)721-7115 (8 AM to 5 PM Mon-Fri EST) or to FDA's MedWatch
Program either online, by regular mail or by fax.
PRODUCT
1) Bicillin C-R (penicillin G
benzathine and penicillin G procaine injectable suspension), 1,200,000 units
per 2 mL, Ten Syringes (2 mL size), Rx only. NDC 60793-600-10.
2) Bicillin L-A (penicillin G
benzathine injectable suspension), 1,200,000 units per 2 mL, Ten Syringes (2
mL size), Rx only. NDC 60793-701-10.
3) GONAL- f RFF Pen (follitropin
alfa injection) 900 IU/1.5 mL, For Subcutaneous injection, Rx only, NDC
44087-1114-1.
4) PULMOZYME (DORNASE ALFA)
INHALATION SOLUTION, 30 Ampules, NDC 50242-100-40.
5) Rebif (Interferon beta-1a) 44
mcg/0.5 mL, 12 Single-use prefilled syringes, NDC 44087-0044-3.
6) VSL #3 DS (DOUBLE STRENGTH), 20
SACHETS, Prescription only, Product Code 45749-017-82, NDC 45749-017-82,
CODE
1) Lot #: 60746;
2) Lot #: 61331;
3) Lot #: BA002807;
4) Lot #: 867896;
5) Lot #: AU000878;
6) Lot #: 2448A11
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Kinray
Inc., Whitestone, NY,
Manufacturers: King
Pharmaceuticals
Genentech Inc., South San
Francisco, CA.
REASON Temp
Abuse: Kinray Inc. is recalling these products because a refrigeration unit at
their distribution facility malfunctioned, causing the temperature to rise
above the storage specification.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
17 units
DISTRIBUTION NY,
NJ, and MA
PRODUCT OFIRMEV,
(acetaminophen) injection, 1000 mg/100 mL, (10 mg/mL, For Intravenous Use
Only, Rx Only, NDC 43825-102-01, is supplied in a 100mL glass vial, containing
1000mg acetaminophen (10mg/mL) OFIRMEV (acetaminophen), NDC 43825-102-01.
CODE Lot
V005710, Exp. 05/12
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Cadence
Pharmaceuticals, San Diego, CA,
Manufacturer: Baxter
Healthcare Corp, Cleveland, MS.
REASON Presence
of Particulate Matter: An unidentified visible particle was found in one vial
during routine stability testing.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
33,336 vials
PRODUCT
1) Assured Pain Relief for
Arthritis, (Acetaminophen 650mg), 24 Caplets (NDC 45738-717-24);
2) Consumer's Choice Pain Relief
for Arthritis, (Acetaminophen 650mg), a) 100 Caplets (NDC 45738-715-10), b) 24
Caplets (NDC 45738-715-24);
3) Preferred plus Acetaminophen
for Arthritis (Acetaminophen 650mg), 100 Caplets (NDC 45738-716-10);
4) Quality Choice Arthritis Pain
Relief (Acetaminophen 650mg), a) 50 Caplets (NDC 63868-089-50), b) 100 Caplets
(NDC 63868-089-01);
5) Select Brand Arthritis Pain
Relief (Acetaminophen 650mg), a) 100 Caplets (NDC 15127-530-01) b) 24 Caplets
(NDC 15127-530-24), c) 50 Caplets (NDC 15127-530-50);
6) Premier Value Arthritis Pain
Relief (Acetaminophen 650mg), a) 50 Caplets (NDC 68019-019-45), b) 100 Caplets
(NDC 68016-021-06).
CODE
1) Lot # 10J745, Exp Date Sep-12;
Lot # 10J746, Exp Date Sep-12; Lot # 10J747, Exp Date Sep-12; Lot # 10K798,
Exp Date Oct-12; Lot # 10K814, Exp Date Oct-12; Lot # 10K814, Exp Date Oct-12;
Lot # 10K799, Exp Date Oct-12; Lot # 10K816, Exp Date Oct-12; Lot # 10K861,
Exp Date Oct-12; Lot # 10L861, Exp Date Nov-12; Lot # 10L862, Exp Date Nov-12;
Lot # 10L862, Exp Date Nov-12; Lot # 10L863, Exp Date Nov-12; Lot # 10L891,
Exp Date Nov-12; Lot # 10L890, Exp Date Nov-12; Lot # 11A004, Exp Date Jan-13;
Lot # 11A004, Exp Date Jan-13; Lot # 11A062, Exp Date Jan-13; Lot # 11A061,
Exp Date Jan-13; Lot # 11A062, Exp Date Jan-13; Lot # 11A062, Exp Date Jan-13
& Lot # 11G481, Exp Date Jul-13;
2) Lot # 10L889, Exp Date Nov-12;
Lot # 10L890, Exp Date Nov-12; and Lot # 10L863, Exp Date Nov-12; Lot #
10L889, Exp Date Nov-12 & Lot # 11A062, Exp Date Jan-13;
3) Lot # 10K799, Exp Date Oct-12;
Lot # 10L863, Exp Date Nov-12; Lot #, 11A061, Exp Date, Jan-13 & Lot #
11A062, Exp Date Jan-13;
4) Lot # 11A004, Exp Date Jan-13;
Lot # 11A060, Exp Date Jan-13; Lot # 11H484, Exp Date Jul-13 & NDC
63868-089-50, Lot # 11A004, Exp Date Jan-13;
5) Lot # 10K816, Exp Date Oct-12;
Lot #, 10L863, Exp Date, Nov-12; Lot # 11A004, Exp Date Jan-13; NDC
15127-530-24, Lot # 10K814, Exp Date Oct-12; Lot # 11A004, Exp Date Jan-13;
Lot # 11A062, Exp Date Jan-13; Lot # 10K814, Exp Date Oct-12; Lot #
11A004, Exp Date Jan-13 & Lot # 11A062, Exp Date, Jan-13;
6) All Lots
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Aphena
Pharma Solutions LLC, Glasgow, KY,
Manufacturer: Advance
Pharmaceutical Inc., Ronkonkoma, NY.
REASON Marketed
without an approved NDA/ANDA: The recall is due to incorrect dosage
information indicated on the primary bottle and the outside carton labeling.
The labeling contained the following information: take 2 caplets every 8 hours
with water. This labeling exceeds the allowable monograph quantity of
acetaminophen in an 8 hour period.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1,050,943 bottles
PRODUCT
1) DynaCirc CR (isradipine)
Controlled Release Tablets, 5 mg, 30-count bottles, Rx only; NDC 0173-0784-01;
UPC 3 0173-0784-01 8.
2) DynaCirc CR (isradipine)
Controlled Release Tablets, 10 mg, 30-count bottles, Rx only; NDC
0173-0785-01, UPC 3 0173-0785-01 5.
CODE
1) Lot #: 10084536, Exp 12/12;
10102915, Exp 03/13; 10102916, Exp 06/13; 10107157, Exp 07/13; and 10108172,
Exp 09/13;
2) Lot #: 10087732, Exp 01/13;
10091069, 10094639; Exp 03/13; 10102913, Exp 07/13; and 10109327, Exp 10/13
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm:
GlaxoSmithKline Inc., Zebulon, NC,
Manufacturers: Novartis Consumer Health, Lincoln NB;
Patheon Pharmaceuticals Inc.,
Cincinnati, OH.
REASON CGMP
Deviations: These lots are being recalled due to compliance concerns regarding
the level of cGMP compliance and procedural controls related to line clearance
during the packaging process at the Novartis Consumer Health, site.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
394,230 bottles
PRODUCT
1) Female One Series Vagifresh
Moisturizing Gel, 2 fl. oz. (59mL) carton, Made in U.S.A. UPC Code:
689076499057.
2) Female One Series Vagifresh
Ball, 3 tablets per carton, UPC Code: 689076499156.
CODE All
Lots.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: U.S.A Far
Ocean Group LLC, Alhambra, CA,
Manufacturer: Essential
Pharmaceutical Corp, Pomona, CA. .
REASON
1) Labeling: Product contains
Undeclared Active Ingredient; The recall was initiated because Far Ocean Group
has confirmed that the Vagifresh Gel contains Benzocaine, an active ingredient
for many anesthetic drug products.
2) Microbial Contamination of
Non-Sterile Products; Far Ocean Group and FDA lab analysis confirmed that the
Vagifresh Ball contains bacteria that may be a potential health risk.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
Unknown
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide
and China, South Africa, and Canada
PRODUCT
1) Motrin IB, Ibuprofen Tablets
USP 200 mg, Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer (NSAID), 24 Coated Tablets, NDC
50580-109-02.
2) Motrin IB, Ibuprofen Tablets
USP 200 mg, Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer (NSAID),24 Coated Caplets, NDC
50580-110-03. Motrin IB***Ibuprofen Tablets, USP 200 mg*** 24+6 Coated
Caplets***. Motrin IB 24 Count Coated Caplets, Motrin IB 24+6 Coated Caplets.
Cartons of Motrin IB Coated Caplets were also included in the following
displays: TYl ES/PM CAP 24s, Motrin CAP 24s CU (Display case UPC#
30300450753312); Tylenol Caplet 24/Motrin Caplet 24 (Display case UPC#
30300450749230); Tylenol RRG/PM 24s, Motrin CAP 24s CU (Display case UPC#
30300450754821); and TYl ES/PM/RRG/MOT IB/PM 24s DIST PK (Display case UPC#
30300450755873).
CODE
1) Lot ADA069, Exp. 01/12; ALA168,
Exp. 04/12; ALA244, Exp. 08/12; AMA286, Exp. 09/12; APA001, Exp. 09/12;
ASA001, Exp. 10/12;
2) Lot ACA310, Exp. 12/11; ACA460,
Exp. 01/12; ADA407, Exp. 02/12; AEA262, Exp. 03/12; AFA226, Exp. 04/12;
AJA170, Exp. 03/12; ALA037, Exp. 07/12; ALA163, Exp. 04/12; AMA012, Exp.
08/12; AMA331, Exp. 05/12; AMA342, Exp. 08/12; APA035, Exp. 09/12; ASA082,
Exp. 09/12; ASA123, Exp. 10/12; ASA285, Exp. 09/12; BDA238, Exp. 11/12;
BDA260, Exp. 01/13; BDA383, Exp. 01/13; BEA065, Exp. 01/13; BEA148, Exp.
02/13; Exp. 03/13; BEA269, Exp. 03/13; BEA277, Exp. 03/13; BFA064, Exp.04/13;
BFA144, Exp. 04/13; BFA244, Exp. 05/13; BHA078, Exp. 05/13; BHA147, Exp.
04/13; BHA167, Exp. 04/13; BHA198, Exp. 05/13; BJA164, Exp. 05/13; BJA221,
Exp/. 06/13; BMA144, Exp. 08/13; BMA215, Exp. 08/13; BMA271, Exp. 08/13;
BSA022, Exp. 07/13; BSA056, Exp. 10/13; CBA063, Exp. 12/13; CBA107, Exp.
12/13; CCA028, Exp. 01/14; CDA003, Exp. 02/14; CFA065, Exp. 01/14; CFA100,
Exp. 01/14; CHA012, Exp. 01/14; CHA044, Exp. 01/14; CHA066, Exp. 01/14;
CHA080, Exp. 05/14; CMA028, Exp. 05/14; CMA035, Exp. 05/14; CMA057, Exp.
05/14; CMA102, Exp. 06/14; CMA108, Exp. 05/14; ACA761, Exp. 01/12; ALA265,
Exp. 08/12
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: McNeil
Consumer Healthcare, Div Of McNeil-ppc, Inc, Fort, Washington, PA,
Manufacturer: Dr. Reddy's
Laboratories Louisiana LLC, Shreveport, LA.
REASON Failed
USP Dissolution Test Requirements: McNeil is recalling these products because
testing of product sample showed that some caplets may not dissolve as quickly
as intended when nearing their expiration date.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
11,990,160 bottles
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide
and Puerto Rico, Bahamas, Belize, Fiji, Jamaica and Saint Lucia
American Regent
Initiates Recall Of Phenylephrine HCl Injection, USP, 1% 5 mL Vial, Lot# 0693
Due To Visible Particles
American Regent is conducting a recall
of the following product:
Phenylephrine HCl
Injection, USP, 1% (10mg/mL), 5 mL Vial NDC # 0517-0405-25, Lot # 0693, Exp
Date: October, 2012.
American Regent is undertaking this
recall of Phenylephrine HCl Injection, USP, Lot 0693 due to potential safety
concerns stemming from the identification of visible particles found in some
retained samples of this lot.
The product was distributed to
wholesalers and distributors nationwide.
Hospitals, Emergency Rooms, Clinics,
and other healthcare facilities and providers should not use American Regent,
Inc., Phenylephrine HCl Injection, USP, 1% (10mg/mL), 5 mL Vials, with Lot
#0693, for patient care and should immediately quarantine any product for
return.
American Regent is notifying its
distributors and consumers by e-mail, facsimile and/or overnight courier and is
arranging for return of all recalled product. Consumers/distributors/retailers
that have product which is being recalled should stop use.
American Regent will credit
accounts for all returned Phenylephrine HCl Injection, USP, 1% (10mg/mL), 5 mL
Vials, with Lot # 0693. Those with questions about the return or recall process,
please call our Customer Service Department at 1- 800-645-1706: Monday thru
Friday from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM ET.
Hospitals, emergency rooms,
clinics, and other healthcare facilities and providers, or patients with product
quality complaints, medical or other questions concerning the use of the product
or reasons for this recall should contact the Professional Services Department
at 1-877-788-3232: Monday thru Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET.
Healthy People Co. is
Expanding its Recall Include Dietary Products
Healthy People Co. is expanding its
recall of the company’s dietary supplements sold under the brand names
described below, regardless of the lot numbers referenced herein.
Healthy People Co.
conducted a recall because lab analysis confirmed the presence of
Sibutramine and Tadalafil in the products identified herein, making the
following products unapproved new drugs:
MINCE
BELLE (Dietary Supplement, 30 Capsules)
LOT: HPCMB/10-026, HPCMB/10-027, HPCMB/10-029, HPCMB/10-020, HPCMB/10-021,
HPCMB/10-016; UPC7503013203305
EVERLAX
(Dietary Supplement, 30 Capsules)
LOT: HPCEX/074, HPCEX/076, HPCEX/072, HPCEX/032; UPC7503013203046
EVER
SLIM (Dietary Supplement, 30 Capsules)
LOT: HPCES-079, HPCES-070, HPCES-071, HPCES/038; UPC7503013203053
EVER
SLIM Shake Mix (Dietary Supplement Strawberry Contents17.6 oz.)
LOT: HPESSF/168: UPC7503013203084
EVER
SLIM Shake Mix (Dietary Supplement Chocolate Contents17.6 oz.)
LOT: HPESSC/061: UPC7503013203077
ACAI-MAN
MANGOSTEEN Herbal Drink (Dietary Supplement Contents 16.6 oz.)
LOT: HPJAC/004: UPC7503013203015
PERFECT
MEN (Dietary Supplement, 10 Capsules)
LOT: HPCPM/002; UPC7503013203190
Healthy People Co. advises
its distributors and customers in possession of the brand names listed above, to
return any unused product to our store located in 13105 Ramona Blvd Ste F,
Irwindale, CA, 91706. Healthy People Co. will replace any returned products of
the brand names listed above, regardless of the lot numbers referenced herein,
to the extent these products were bought on or before October 25, 2011.
Customers can call
626-939-4132 M-F 9am-5pm (PST) for instructions on the return process.
These products were
distributed nationwide.
WEEK ENDING FEBRUARY 18
McNeil Consumer
Healthcare Announces Recall of Infants’ TYLENOL Oral Suspension, 1 oz. Grape
Due to Dosing System Complaints
McNeil Consumer Healthcare, Division of
McNEIL-PPC, Inc. (“McNeil”), is recalling seven lots, approximately 574,000
bottles, of Infants’ TYLENOL Oral Suspension, 1 oz. Grape distributed
nationwide in the United States (see full product list below).
McNeil is initiating this recall as a precaution after receiving complaints from
consumers who reported difficulty using the Infants’ TYLENOL SimpleMeasure
dosing system.
Consumers can request a refund by visiting www.tylenol.com
or contacting McNeil at 1-888-222-6036 (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern
Time; Saturday-Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time).
FULL RECALLED PRODUCT LIST:
| Infants’
TYLENOL Oral Suspension 1oz. Grape |
BIL0U00,
BIL0V00, BIL3500, BJL2D00, BJL2E00, BJL2T00, BJL2U00 |
300450122308 |
PRODUCT OFIRMEV
(acetaminophen) injection, 1000mg/100ml, For Intravenous Use Only, Rx Only
CODE Lot
V005710
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Cadence
Pharmaceuticals, San Diego, CA 92130-3583
Manufacturing Firm: Baxter
Healthcare Corporation, Cleveland, Mississippi
REASON FOR RECALL Presence
of Particulate Matter
PRODUCT Cricothyroidotomy
Convenience Kit (Crickit) 1) Crickit Product Code10-0017; Crickit is found
inside the affected lot numbers of Medic Trauma Pack Kit: 2) BLK/Black: Part
number 80-0070; 3) ODG/Green: Part number: 80-0071; 4) COY/Tan: Part number
80-0072; and 5) DUC/Camouflage: Part number 80-0096; as one of the
components.
CODE
1) Lot numbers: 21096, Exp. 03/14;
21420, Exp. 04/14; 21421, Exp.05/14; 21422, Exp. 05/14; 21423, Exp. 06/14;
21424, Exp. 06/14; 21910, Exp. 08/14; 21911, Exp. 08/14; 21912, Exp. 09/14;
21913, Exp. 09/14; 22151, Exp. 10/14; 22152, Exp. 11/14; 22289, Exp. 12/14;
22290, Exp. 12/14; 22344, Exp. 01/15; 22345, Exp. 01/15; 22346, Exp. 03/13;
22347, Exp. 03/13; 22725, Exp. 09/12; 22726, Exp. 09/12; 22727, Exp. 09/12;
22728, Exp. 09/12; 22946, Exp. 01/13; 22947, Exp. 01/13; 22948, Exp. 01/13;
22949, Exp. 01/13;
2) Lot numbers: 80-0070093009,
80-0070092810, 80-0070092210, 80-0070080609, 80-0070072810, 80-0070072710,
80-0070071510, 80-0070070710, 80-0070063009, 80-0070061710, 80-0070060110,
80-0070050409, 80-0070040910, 80-0070032211SX, 80-0070031210, 80-0070022211X,
80-0070021810, 80-0070020910, 80-0070012510, 80-0070012210, 80-0070011310,
80-0070120910, 80-0070120710, 80-0070112309, 80-0070111210, 80-0070102910,
80-0070102810, 80-0070102210, 80-0070101310 & 80-0070100810, Exp. 09/15;
3) Lot numbers: 80-0071092909,
80-0071090910, 80-0071090109, 80-0071072710, 80-0071071310, 80-0071041411SX,
80-0071012810, 80-0071012510, 80-0071120910 & 80-0071102910, Exp. 09/15;
4) Lot numbers: 80-072092909,
80-0072092710, 80-0072090810, 80-0072090109, 80-0072083109, 80-0072082310,
80-0072081109, 80-0072081009, 80-0072080709, 80-0072050710, 80-0072050409,
80-0072042110, 80-0072041510, 80-0072041410, 80-0072031710, 80-0072012910,
80-0072012810, 80-0072012010, 80-0072110810, 80-0072101210 &
80-0072100410, Exp. 09/15;
5) Lot numbers: 80-0096061710,
80-0096050409, 80-0096041610, 80-0096031810, 80-0096012910, 80-0096012810,
80-0096012510, 80-0096010710, 80-0096120910, 80-0096120909, 80-0096112409,
80-0096110810, 80-0096101509, 80-0096101210 & 80-0096100410: Exp. 09/15).
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
North American Rescue, Greer,
SC,
REASON Microbial
Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: The Kit contains Povidone Iodine Prep
Pads that are being recalled by the Triad Group because they were found to be
contaminated with the bacteria, Elizabethkingia meningoseptica.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
26,000 kits
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide
and Internationally
PRODUCT FLUDARA
(fludarabine phosphate) for injection, 50 mg, Single Dose Vial, For
Intravenous Use Only, Rx only. NDC Number 50419-511-06.
CODE Lot
Number 2020898 (Expiry Date June 2013)
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Genzyme
Corp, Cambridge, MA,
Manufacturer: Ben Venue
Laboratories Inc., Bedford, OH.
REASON Lack
of assurance of sterility: Based on joint FDA/EMA inspection conducted at the
manufacturer Ben Venue Laboratories in Bedford, Ohio, in November 2011, and
the GMP deficiencies identified.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
1876 packs (9380 vials)
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide
WEEK ENDING FEBRUARY 11
Regeneca, Inc. Issues
A Recall Of A Specific Lot Of RegenArouse
Regeneca, Inc. is
recalling RegenArouse, Lot Number 130100, because lab analysis has
confirmed the presence of Tadalafil making these products unapproved new drugs.
Tadalafil is an approved drug used as treatment for male Erectile Dysfunction
(ED). The active drug ingredient is not listed on the label for these products.
Regeneca, Inc. has distributed
RegenArouse via sales made over the internet to consumers in the United States
of America and Puerto Rico between November 29, 2011 and February 10, 2012.
RegenArouse, Lot Number 130100, is a
pink capsule sold individually in foil packets, with the expiration date of
12/5/2013 and a UPC code of 816860010079. Regeneca, Inc. had this specific lot
of RegenArouse capsules tested at a testing facility and had received a report
indicating that no PDE-5 inhibitors or any of their analogues were detected in
the capsules.
Regeneca, Inc. advises any customers in
possession of the RegenArouse product matching the lot number above to return
any unused product for an exchange, or a full refund, to the company
directly.
Customers can call (800) 690-6958
(Monday through Friday from 8am to 6pm Pacific Time) for instructions on the
return and exchange/refund process.
Wholistic Herbs, Inc.
Recalls "Koff & Kold" and "Kold Sore" Because Of
Possible Health Risk
Wholistic Herbs Inc. of Dallas, TX, is
recalling all quantities of the following two, 1 fl. oz. spray
products distributed from March 2009 through February 2012. Products intended
for use in the eye that are non-sterile have the potential to cause eye
infections, which may be sight threatening. Also, nasal solutions that are not
sterile could lead to a respiratory infection.
- Wholistic Herbs, Inc. "Koff
& Kold" spray with herbal extract as the product is not
sterile and is intended to be sprayed into the nose and throat for treatment
of colds, flu, cough, stuffy nose, and sinus infection.
- Wholistic Herbs, Inc. "Kold
Sore" spray with liquid sea mineral as the product is not
sterile and is intended to be sprayed into the eyes for the treatment of dry
eye and pink eye. The product is also intended to be sprayed into the nose
for sinus allergy by pollen, and onto the lips and genitals for the
treatment of fever blisters, shingles and herpes simplex.
"Koff & Kold" and "Kold
Sore" were distributed throughout the Unites States to retail stores
located in Texas, California, Washington, Virginia, New Jersey, New York,
Maryland, Illinois, Georgia, Nevada, Arizona, North Carolina, South Carolina,
and Florida. The products were also distributed through acupuncture clinics and
the firm’s website at www.naturalapothecary.com.
"Koff & Kold" and "Kold
Sore" are packaged in white plastic 1 fluid oz spray bottles which contain
a product insert inside of the clear plastic lid. The product insert provides
usage instructions to customers. The products are identified with a "USE
BY" date on the bottom of the bottle. All used by dates are being
recalled.
Consumers who have purchased "Koff
& Kold" and "Kold Sore" are urged to discontinue use of the
product and return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Consumers with questions may contact
the company Monday through Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm CST at 214-691-3210.
PRODUCT Fludeoxyglucose
F 18 Injection, 20-300mCi/mL, Diagnostic, IV, Multiple-Dose Vial, Rx only, NDC
52768-001-50
CODE 6509,
Expiration Date: 6:15 pm on 27 December 2011
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Precision Nuclear of Virginia,
Salem, VA 24153-6427
REASON FOR RECALL
Impurities/Degradation Product:
out-of-specification (OOS) results for Acetonitrile, K222 and Radiochemical
purity
PRODUCT
1) LO/OVRAL-28 (norgestrel and
ethinyl estradiol tablets), 21 white tablets each containing 0.3 mg norgestrel
with 0.03 mg ethinyl estradiol, and 7 pink inert tablets, Package contains 6
Pilpak Dispensers of 28 Tablets each, Rx Only, NDC 24090-801-84.
2) Norgestrel 0.3 mg/Ethinyl
Estradiol 0.03 mg Tablets --- 21 white tablets, each containing 0.3 mg
norgestrel with 0.03 mg ethinyl estradiol, and 7 pink inert tablets, Package
contains 6 Pilpak Dispensers of 28 Tablets each, Rx Only, NDC
24090-961-84.
CODE
1) Lot Expiration; E15678
08/31/2013; E15679 08/31/2013; E15686 08/31/2013; E15687 01/31/2014; E15690
01/31/2014; E15698 01/31/2014; E15700 02/28/2014; E80434 07/31/2013; E80438
08/31/2013; F36908 02/28/2014; F36909 02/28/2014; F43915 03/31/2014; F43926
03/31/2014; F43927 03/31/2014;
2) Lot Expiration; E15677
08/31/2013; E15704 01/31/2014; E15706 01/31/2014; E80440 08/31/2013; F16388
01/31/2014; F16390 02/28/2014; F22132 02/28/2014; F31330 02/28/2014; F36911
03/31/2014; F36913 03/31/2014; F43924 03/31/2014; F43925 03/31/2014; F43934
03/31/2014; F53238 03/31/2014
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Pfizer
Inc., New York, NY,
Manufacturer: Pfizer, Inc.,
Rouses Point, NY.
REASON Contraceptive
Tablets Out of Sequence: some blister packs may contain an inexact count of
inert or active ingredient tablets and that the tablets may be out of
sequence.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
171,928 Packages
PRODUCT
1) 15% Minoxidil for Men, Enhanced
with Azelaic 5%, Topical Hair Regrowth Formula, 2 fl oz 60 mL bottles.
2) 10% Minoxidil for Men, Enhanced
with Azelaic 5%, Topical Hair Re-growth Formula, 2 fl oz 60 mL glass
bottle.
3) 5% Minoxidil for Men, Enhanced
with Azelaic 5% Topical Hair Regrowth Formula, 2 fl oz 60 mL glass
bottle.
4) 3% Minoxidil for Women,
Enhances with Azelaic 1.5%; Hair Regrowth Topical, 2 fl oz 60 mL glass
bottles,
5) Hair Regrowth Shampoo Enhanced
with Ketoconazole and Salicylic Acid, 6 fl oz. 180 mL, plastic bottle,
CODE
1) All expiration dates up to Oct.
2013;
2) All expiration dates up to Oct.
2013;
3) All expiration dates up to
Sept. 2014;
4) All expiration dates up to Nov.
2013;
5) All expiration dates up to Dec.
2013.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Perfect
Image Solutions LLC, Roseville, CA,
Manufacturer: Custom
Manufacturing Corp, Medley, FL.
REASON Marketed
Without an Approved NDA/ANDA: products are unapproved drugs.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
109,000 units
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide,
Macau, Russia, Dubai, Hong Kong and Taiwan
PRODUCT Azithromycin
250 mg tablets, 1 card x 6 Tablets, Rx only, NDC 0093-7146-18 (Teva
Pharmaceuticals), A-S Product No. 5755-0.
CODE Lot
1318262, Exp 04/14
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: A-S
Medication Solutions LLC, Libertyville, IL,
Manufacturer: Teva
Pharmaceutical Industries, Jerusalem, Israel.
REASON Labeling:
Label with Incorrect Expiration Date.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
720 boxes
PRODUCT
1) TestaEdge Cream For Men,
Homeopathic, packaged in 4-oz. jars, Paraben Free, NDC # 57520-0688-1, UPC
Code 898849001001. ;
2) TestaEdge Cream For Women,
Homeopathic, packaged in 4-oz. jars, Paraben Free, NDC # 57520-0907-1, UPC
Code 898849001018.
3) Pain Relief Cream, Homeopathic,
packaged in 4-oz jars, Paraben Free, NDC # 57520-0689-1, UPC Code
898849001025.
4) Libido Edge Labs Total GH
Cream, Homeopathic, packaged in 4-oz. jars, Paraben free, NDC # 57520-0690-1,
UPC Code 898849001278.
CODE
1) Lot G7519;
2) Lot G7518;
3) Lot G7437;
4) Lot G7438
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Apotheca Inc, Woodbine, IA,
REASON Microbial
Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: presence of Enterobacter
gergoviae and Pseudomonas monteilii/plecoglossicida.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
3,490 Jars
DISTRIBUTION OH
PRODUCT CHLORHEXIDINE,
(0.12% CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE), ALCOHOL FREE, ORAL RINSE, Mint, Rx Only, Net
WT 16 fl. oz. (473 ml), Gelato, Manufactured by: Deepak Products, LLC, Miami,
FL -- NDC 068400-500-16 ----- ALSO LABELED AS CHLORHEXIDINE, (0.12%
CHLORHEXIDINE GLUCONATE), ALCOHOL FREE, ORAL RINSE, Mint, Rx Only, Net WT 16
fl. oz. (473 ml), Gibson Healthcare, Distributed Exclusively by: Benco Dental,
Pittsburgh, PA --- NDC 066975-500-16, and ORA-RINZ, (0.12% CHLORHEXIDINE
GLUCONATE), ALCOHOL FREE, ORAL RINSE, Mint, Rx Only, Net WT 16 fl. oz. (473
ml) Manufactured for: Pearson Dental Supply Inc. Sylmar, CA 91342 USA, NDC
068400-155-16. .
CODE
Lot #’s: 110226A, 110420F,
110509, 110721D, 110603D, 110721D, 110901, 111005A, 110420F, 110314E, 110622B,
110811, 110222A, 110222B, 110223, 110223A, 110223B, 110224, 110224A, 110224B,
110225B, 110225C, 110225D, 110225F, 110301B, 110301D, 110302B, 110302C,
110303A, 110303B, 110413C, 110413D, 110415B, 110414A, 110414B, 110414C,
110415, 110415A, 110425B,110425c, 110425D, 110426B, 110426C, 110426D, 110427B,
110427C, 110429C, 110606A, 110607B, 110607C, 110607D, 110622C, 110623,
110623B, 110623F, 110629B, 110629C, 110629D, 110630A, 110630B, 110630C,
110803A, 110805, 110805A, 110805B, 110808C, 110818A, 110823A, 110901
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Deepak Products, Inc., Miami, FL,
REASON CGMP
Deviations.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
32,083 bottles
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide,
and El Salvador, Dominican Republic, and Honduras
PRODUCT Prosed
DS Tablets (Methenamine 81.6 mg, Phenyl Salicylate 36.2 mg, Methylene Blue
10.8 mg, Benzoic Acid 9.0 mg, and Hyoscyamine Sulfate 0.12 mg), 100 count
bottle, Rx Only, NDC 55566-8101-1.
CODE Lot
# 101329 Exp Date 04/12; and Lot # 102285 Exp Date 05/12
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Ferring
Pharmaceuticals Inc., Parsippany, NJ,
Manufacturer: Contract
Pharmacal Corp., Hauppauge, NY.
REASON Subpotent
(multiple ingredient drug): hyoscyamine sulfate component.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
51,198 bottles
PRODUCT Xanax,
alprazolam tablets, USP, 0.5 mg, 100 Tablets, Rx only, NDC 0009-0055-01.
CODE Lot:
C081196
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Pfizer Us
Pharmaceutical Group, New York, NY,
Manufacturing Firm : Pfizer Pharmaceuticals LLC, Caguas, PR.
REASON Failed
USP Dissolution Test Requirements: Stability testing yielded an
out-of-specification result for assay at the 36 month stability testing
timepoint
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
36,129 bottles
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide
and PR
WEEK ENDING FEBRUARY 4
Healthy People Co.
Issues a Recall of Specific Lots of the Dietary Supplements
Healthy People Co. is
recalling the company’s dietary supplements sold under the brand names Healthy
People Co. specific to the following Lot Numbers:
| Mince
Belle Dietary Supplement |
30
Capsules |
HPCMB/10-026,
HPCMB/10-027, HPCMB/10-029, HPCMB/10-020, HPCMB/10-021; UPC7503013203305 |
| PERFECT
Men Dietary Supplement |
30
Capsules |
HPCPM/002;
UPC7503013203190 |
| EVERLAX
Dietary Supplement |
30
Capsules |
HPCEX/074,
HPCEX/076, HPCEX/072; UPC7503013203046 |
| EVER
Slim Dietary Supplement |
30
Capsules |
HPCES-079,
HPCES-070, HPCES-071; UPC7503013203053 |
| Herbal
Drink Acai-man Mangosteen Dietary Supplement |
16.6
fl oz |
HPJAC/004
: UPC7503013203015 |
| EVER
SLIM Shake Mix Dietary Supplement Strawberry |
17.6
oz |
HPESSF/168:
UPC7503013203084 |
| EVER
SLIM Shake Mix Dietary Supplement Chocolate |
17.6
oz |
HPESSC/061:
UPC7503013203077 |
Healthy People Co. is conducting a
because of the presence of Sibutramine and Tadalafil, making these products
unapproved new drugs.
Healthy People Co. advises any
customers in possession of the products listed above with matching the lot
numbers to return any unused product for a full refund to the company directly.
Customers can call 626-939-4132 M-F 9am-5pm (PST) for instructions on the return
and refund process.
These products were sold, or
distributed at our store located at: 13105 Ramona Blvd Ste F, Irwindale, CA,
91706, and can be returned, and exchanged at the same location.
PRODUCT Virility
Max, 10 Capsules, Supplement Facts Serving Size 1 Capsule, Keep away from
children, For mens use only, Contains 450 mg, Rowdy Lamb, Puncture vine,
Ginnsue Herb, Aarons Rod, Matrimony Vine, Cocky Cinnamon.
CODE Lot
#: 10090571
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: Keime,
Inc., Boca Raton, FL,
Manufacturer: ABCO
Laboratories, Inc., Fairfield, CA.
REASON Marketed
Without an Approved NDA/ANDA: Product found to contain sulfoaildenafil and
sulfosildenafil, analogues of sildenafil, the active ingredient in a FDA
approved drug used to treat erectile dysfunction, making Virility Max an
unapproved new drug.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
944 bottles
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide
PRODUCT Medroxyprogesterone
Acetate Injectable Suspension, USP 150 mg/mL, a) 1mL Vials (NDC
0703-6801-01); b) box of 25 single dose vials (NDC 0703-6801-04); and c) 1mL
Prefilled Syringes (NDC 0703-6811-21), Rx only, For IM Use Only.
CODE
a) Lot #’s: 31310301B, exp
12/2011; 31310788B, exp 1/2012; 31311008B, exp 4/2012; b) Lot #’s:
31310787B, exp 1/2012; 31311357B, exp 4/2012 and c) Lot #’s: 31311217B, exp
2/2012; 31311219B, exp 2/2012; 31312156B, exp 4/2012; 31312300B, 4/2012
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURE
Recalling Firm: Teva
Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., Sellersville, PA,
Manufacturer: Teva
Parenteral Medicines Inc., Irvine, CA.
REASON Presence
of Particulate Matter; presence of silicone particles.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
229,470
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide
and Puerto Rico
PRODUCT Amlodipine
Tablets USP, 2.5 mg, Once-Daily, Qty 30 tablets per Unit Carton, Rx Only, NDC
76237-109-30.
CODE Lot
#: 0000000, Exp 00/00/0000
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Recalling Firm: McKesson
Packaging Services, Concord, NC,
Manufacturer: Omnicare
Inc., Covington, KY.
REASON Unit
Dose Mispackaging; cartons labeled as Amlodipine Tablets, NDC 76237-109-30
actually contain blister packs of Lisinopril, NDC 76237-195-30.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
4,584 Unit Cartons
PRODUCT Equate
Fiber Therapy, Sugar Free, Orange Flavor, 36.8 oz., packaged in plastic
bottles, NDC 49035-066-48.
CODE Codes:
H16601X, H16602X, H16603X, H16604X, H16605X, H16606X, H16607X, H16608X,
H16609X, H16610X, H16611X, H16612X, H16613X. All Exp. Date 08/2013
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURE
Konsyl Pharmaceuticals Inc.,
Easton, MD,
REASON Labeling:
Label lacks Warning; Warning advisory regarding phenylketonurics in the
product is not stated on the label.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
54,870 bottles
PRODUCT Alprazolam
Tablets, USP, 2 mg, Rx only, a) NDC 0603-2130-21 (100-count bottle), b) NDC
0603-2130-28 (500-count bottle).
CODE
a) Lot #: T025D10A, exp. 06/12;
T026D10A, exp. 06/12; T023D10B, exp. 04/12; T024D10B, exp. 04/12; T182H10A,
exp. 09/12; T185H10A, exp. 10/12; T020J10A, exp. 10/12; T021J10A, exp. 10/12;
T003L10A, exp. 12/12; T178M10A, exp. 01/13; T179M10A, exp. 01/13; T202B11A,
exp. 02/13; T239C11A, exp. 02/13; T025D11A, exp. 03/13; T024D11A, exp. 03/13;
T026D11A, exp. 04/13; T027D11A, exp. 04/13; T019E11A, exp. 04/13; T020E11A,
exp. 04/13; T021E11A, exp. 04/13; T021H11A, exp. 07/13; T017J11A, exp. 08/13;
T016J11A, exp. 08/13; T020K11A, exp. 09/13; b) Lot #: T148M09A, exp.
12/11; T164M09A, exp. 12/11; T022D10A, exp. 04/12; T023D10A, exp. 04/12;
T024D10A, exp. 04/12; T026D108B, exp. 06/12; T183H10B, exp. 10/12; T184H10A,
exp. 10/12; T186H10A, exp. 10/12; T187H10A, exp. 10/12; T180M10A, exp. 01/13;
T076B11A, exp. 02/13; T201B11A, exp. 02/13; T240C11A, exp. 02/13; T028D11A,
exp. 04/13; T029D11A, exp. 03/13; T017E11A, exp. 05/13; T018E11A, exp. 03/13;
T022H11A, exp. 07/13; T018J11A, exp. 08/13; T019K11A, exp. 09/13
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Vintage Pharmaceuticals LLC dba
Qualitest Pharmaceuticals, Huntsville, AL,
REASON Tablet
Separation: Premature tablet breakage.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
295,216 bottles
PRODUCT CARDURA
XL (doxazosin mesylate extended release tablets) 4 mg, 30 ct bottle, NDC
0049-2710-30,
CODE Lot
V101161, Exp. 04/12
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
Pfizer US Pharmaceutical Group,
New York, NY,
REASON Failed
USP Dissolution Test Requirements: Stability testing yielded an out of
specification result for an individual value at 8 hour dissolution.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
12,521 bottles
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide
and PR
PRODUCT Acetaminophen
and Codeine Phosphate CIII Tablets USP 300 mg/60 mg, (Each tablet contains:
Acetaminophen USP...300 mg and Codeine Phosphate USP...60 mg), 100 count
bottles, Rx Only, NDC 0406-0485-01.
CODE Lot
number: 0485T81671, Expiration date: 10/2013
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURE
Recalling Firm:
Mallinckrodt Inc., Hazelwood, MO,
Manufacturer: Mallinckrodt
Inc., Hobart, NY.
REASON Labeling:
Incorrect or Missing Package Insert.
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
5280 bottles
DISTRIBUTION Nationwide
and PR
Bedford Laboratories
Recall Of Acetylcysteine Solution, USP, LOT 1877093
Bedford Laboratories™ is recalling:
Acetylcysteine
Solution, USP, (Manufactured for Roxane Laboratories, Inc.) 20%, 30 mL per vial
– NDC #0054-3026-02 – Lot 1877093 – Exp. Date June 2013
This recall was initiated
after the discovery of a single visible glass particle in a vial within the lot
listed above.
Patients that may have
received product dispensed from this one lot should return the product to their
pharmacist. Distributors/retailers that have not received a recall packet should
contact GENCO Pharmaceutical Services, 6101 North 64th Street, Milwaukee, WI
53218.
For information regarding the recall process, call GENCO Pharmaceutical
Services at 800-950-5479 and select menu option 1. For technical product
information or to report a technical product complaint, call 800-962-8364 and
select menu option 6.