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Are FDA drug recalls important?

OctariusRx

MARCH 25, 2024

Are FDA drug recalls important? As we all know, recalls happen quite frequently. Do you know what a drug recall is and what to do about it? If you’d like more details, or have a specific question about FDA drug recalls, reach out to us. The post Are FDA drug recalls important? Do you need to take them seriously?

FDA

Perrigo Recalls Gerber Good Start SoothePro Powdered Infant Formula

Drug Topics

MARCH 21, 2023

Out of an abundance of caution, the infant formula giant has recalled one of their powdered infant formula products because of a potentially dangerous bacteria.

STAT+: Why FDA product recalls have spiked in recent years

STAT

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Whichever the case, product recalls by the Food and Drug Administration and the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) more than doubled between 2018 and 2022, according to new research published on Wednesday by life sciences software company MasterControl. The higher volume of recalls can mostly be attributed to the FDA.

FDA

Another Lot of Propofol Recalled

Drug Topics

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

This recall of propofol because of particulates seen in vials follows a previous one in July 2022.

STAT+: Delay of eye drop recall highlights FDA’s impotence on the issue

STAT

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

WASHINGTON — It took nearly three weeks for a maker of eye drops to recall its products after the Food and Drug Administration requested a recall. Eye drops must be sterile because drugs applied to eyes bypass some of the body’s natural defenses.

FDA

Pfizer's Hospira recall spree bleeds into 2024 with product pulls for multiple hospital drugs in shortage

Fierce Pharma

DECEMBER 27, 2023

After a year plagued by recalls, Pfizer’s sterile injectables unit Hospira seems no closer to righting the ship over its glass-contamination woes. After a year plagued by recalls, Pfizer’s sterile injectables unit Hospira seems no closer to righting the ship over its glass-contamination woes.

Hospitals

Generics maker VistaPharm recalls ulcer med on bacteria contamination fears

Fierce Pharma

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Drugs tainted with impurities ranging from bacteria and particulates to likely cancer agents have triggered multiple FDA recalls in recent years. Drugs tainted with impurities ranging from bacteria and particulates to likely cancer agents have triggered multiple FDA recalls in recent years.

FDA

GSK amends commercial deal with Scynexis as antifungal recall drags into 2024

Fierce Pharma

JANUARY 3, 2024

When GSK laid out $90 million upfront to acquire rights to Scynexis’ antifungal Brexafemme last spring, the British pharma threw a lifeline to a company whose blockbuster launch ambitions had hit t | GSK has downgraded a licensing deal for Scynexis' antifungal ibrexafungerp following an ongoing recall of the drug's approved form, Brexafemme. (..)

Sun Pharma initiates recall of Febuxostat for gout in US

Pharmaceutical Technology

MARCH 11, 2024

Sun Pharma has announced a recall of 55,000 bottles of Febuxostat, a medication used to treat gout, from the US market

Haleon recalls cough syrups due to microbial contamination

Pharmafile

JANUARY 25, 2024

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has shared an announcement from Haleon detailing the voluntary recall of eight lots of its Robitussin Honey CF Max Day Adult and Robitussin Honey CF Max Nighttime Adult cough syrups due to microbial contamination.

FDA

Sun Pharma recalls at least 34,000 bottles of generic drug

Pharmafile

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Mumbai-based pharma company, Sun Pharma, has announced that it is recalling over 34,000 bottles of a generic drug, Diltiazem Hydrochloride, from the US market. The drug is used for treating high blood pressure, angina and some types of irregular heartbeat. read more

FDA

FDA Communication

Specialty injectables maker Exela issues recall after particles turn up in 3 different drugs

Fierce Pharma

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Rogue particles turning up in drugs has caused a plethora of recalls in recent years, most recently affecting pharma giants Pfizer and GSK.

FDA

Recalls Due to Nitrosamine & Legal Action Being Taken

Digital Pharmacist

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Over the past few years, the FDA has recalled many popular drugs due to a contaminant, Nitrosamine, being found in them. Let’s talk a bit more about these recalls and what nitrosamines exactly are, what to do if a patient inquires about this recall, and the legal actions that are being taken. What are Nitrosamines?

FDA

The latest recall of Philips ventilators reveals one death, two injuries

STAT

AUGUST 16, 2023

In March, Philips recalled more than 73,000 ventilators that absorbed dust and dirt into breathing tubes. The recall impacts Philips’ Trilogy Evo ventilators, which are used primarily in hospital settings to support breathing for pediatric and adult patients.

Hospitals

Hospitals FDA

Pneumonia Drug Recalled Due to Potential Bacillus cereus Contamination

Drug Topics

APRIL 7, 2023

The drug, called Atovaquone, has been voluntarily recalled due to possible Bacillus cereus contamination.

Robitussin cough syrups recalled in the US due to microbial contamination

The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry

JANUARY 25, 2024

UK-based company Haleon recalls eight batches of cough syrup over risk to immunocompromised individuals The UK-based healthcare company Haleon has issued a voluntary nationwide recall in the US of Robitussin cough syrups due to microbial contamination.

TraceLink Introduces Digital Recalls Solution

Pharmaceutical Commerce

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

New E2E workflow orchestration service is expected to simplify the processes of health systems and retail pharmacies while also reducing the risk of recalled items reaching patients.

Agnelli family invests €2.6bn in Philips despite recall woes

pharmaphorum

AUGUST 15, 2023

Agnelli family invests €2.6bn in Philips despite recall woes Phil.Taylor Tue, 15/08/2023 - 10:37 Bookmark this

Delaware's Marlex Pharmaceuticals recalls 2 batches of heart failure drug after labeling mix-up

Fierce Pharma

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Marlex Pharmaceuticals of New Castle, Delaware, is recalling two lots of digoxin tablets at the 0.125-mg and 0.25-mg When it comes to heart failure medication, a labeling mix-up can have dire consequences. mg dose, and vice versa.

Labelling

UK recall of Clinigen’s Mexiletine hydrochloride hard capsules

European Pharmaceutical Review

AUGUST 5, 2022

Clinigen Healthcare is recalling three batches of Mexiletine hydrochloride hard capsules, indicated for the treatment of documented arrhythmias, due to a potential risk of under- or overdose, which could have consequences for the safety of patients. For contact numbers and further information, please visit the MHRA recall notice.

Documentation

CMS halts, recalls billing arbitration decisions after Texas court vacates guidance

Fierce Healthcare

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

CMS halts, recalls billing arbitration decisions after Texas court vacates guidance dmuoio Tue, 02/14/2023 - 11:54

After shutting down, Akorn recalls its 70-plus products nationwide

Fierce Pharma

APRIL 26, 2023

After shutting down, Akorn recalls its 70-plus products nationwide zbecker Wed, 04/26/2023 - 16:06

Nearly 8,000 blood tests recalled over risk of missed heart attack diagnosis

STAT

JULY 17, 2023

QuidelOrtho has recalled nearly 8,000 potentially faulty blood tests meant to help doctors quickly determine whether a patient is having a heart attack. The tests inaccurately showed low levels of troponin, a protein that indicates damage to the heart.

Hospitals

Hospitals FDA

‘A constant information lag’: The troubled recall of Philips CPAP machines underscores flaws in device oversight

STAT

DECEMBER 1, 2022

The ongoing recall of millions of breathing devices made by Philips has been botched and belabored at nearly every turn: It took more than a decade after users first reported the soundproofing foam in their CPAP and BPAP machines breaking down for Philips to issue a recall.

FDA

EzriCare Eye Drops Recall: Unveiling a Nationwide Health Crisis

Roots Analysis

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

Explaining The Recall of EzriCare Did you know that CDC issued a recall for EzriCare’s Artificial Teas? Background Behind EzriCare’s Recall Currently, there have been 81 reported adverse events across 18 states, encompassing eye infections, permanent vision loss, and, regrettably, fatalities.

FDA

Another recall: does Philips have a quality control problem?

Pharmaceutical Technology

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Philips' has recalled a number of high profile medical devices in recent years, shaking investor confidence.

Patients overestimate how well they recall diagnoses, care after discharge: study

Fierce Healthcare

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Patients overestimate how well they recall diagnoses, care after discharge: study dmuoio Thu, 02/02/2023 - 16:44

Pfizer’s Hospira issues recall after glass particles found in injectables

Pharmaceutical Technology

OCTOBER 4, 2023

The voluntary recall issued by Hospira will affect three different injectables following the potential presence of glass particles.

Drug recalls are ticking upwards — here’s how to avoid costly pitfalls

PharmaVoice

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Supply chain challenges, labor shortages and increased FDA inspections are boosting recall risks — but careful planning can keep companies in the clear.

FDA

Novartis recalls Sandimmune oral solution over crystallisation issues

Pharmaceutical Technology

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Novartis has announced a voluntary recall of two lots of its 100mg/mL Sandimmune Oral Solution over crystallisation issues.

STAT+: FDA inspection underscores problem at major U.S. compounder behind hospital drug recalls

STAT

JULY 26, 2023

recently recalled a slew of injectable medicines used by hospitals over concerns about possible side effects and a newly released regulatory report underscores the extent of the problem. One of the largest compound pharmacy operations in the U.S. facility run by Central Admixture Pharmacy Services.

Compounding

Compounding Hospitals Compounding Pharmacies FDA

Particulates, label issues prompt separate recalls for Pfizer's Hospira and Accord

Fierce Pharma

JANUARY 4, 2023

Particulates, label issues prompt separate recalls for Pfizer's Hospira and Accord. Wed, 01/04/2023 - 11:35.

Labelling

Abbott glucose monitor readers could catch fire, FDA warns in recall notice

STAT

APRIL 6, 2023

In a notice posted Thursday, the Food and Drug Administration identified the problem as a Class 1 recall, which signals that use of a device might cause serious injury. The company said that customers do not need to return the readers, but cautioned against using cords other than those provided by Abbott.

FDA

Lupin recalls pregnancy prevention drug Tydemy

Pharmaceutical Technology

JULY 31, 2023

Lupin Pharmaceuticals has announced the voluntary recall of two lots of the pregnancy prevention drug Tydemy

Novartis recalls Sandimmune oral solution due to crystal formation

Pharmaceutical Technology

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Novartis has announced a voluntary recall of one lot of Sandimmune Oral Solution in the US due to crystal formation observed in some bottles.

UK MHRA recalls batches of eye gels due to microbial contamination

Pharmaceutical Technology

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

The UK MHRA has issued a recall of batches of carbomer-containing lubricating eye gels due to potential microbial contamination.

Is Chantix Safe Again After the Nationwide Recall?

BuzzRx

OCTOBER 31, 2022

In July 2021, the pharmaceutical company Pfizer issued a voluntary nationwide recall of Chantix (varenicline) tablets as a precautionary measure; this is due to the evidence of higher levels of nitrosamines in Chantix than what’s considered acceptable by the U.S. Why was the smoking cessation drug Chantix recalled? Chantix 0.5

Adverse Reactions

Adverse Reactions FDA Compounding Pharmaceutical Companies

Product Complaints & Recalls Virtual Summit

pharmaphorum

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Part of the process is being ready for anything, while a recall is a scenario we want to avoid, we need to be ready, we need to have a plan to go to, we need to learn how to mitigate and follow regulations. The post Product Complaints & Recalls Virtual Summit appeared first on.

Hospira initiates recall after glass found in antibiotic vials

Outsourcing Pharma

JANUARY 4, 2023

The subsidiary of Pfizer voluntarily recalled a lot of vancomycin hydrochloride injection after an inspection found glass particulates in a vial.

Azurity Pharmaceuticals Recalls Zenzedi

Pharmaceutical Commerce

JANUARY 29, 2024

One lot of the company’s branded dextroamphetamine sulfate tablets is being removed from shelves nationwide due to a pharmacy receiving carbinoxamine maleate instead.

STAT+: Pharmalittle: FDA slams company recalling eye drops over manufacturing issues; U.S. funds massive Alzheimer’s research database

STAT

APRIL 3, 2023

The FDA inspected the plant in several weeks ago, shortly after the company began recalling its eye drops over concerns about contamination. Continue to STAT+ to read the full story…

FDA

Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Brimonidine Tartrate Ophthalmic Solution, 0.15%

BioPharm

MARCH 6, 2023

Any patients who have received the identified lots or have any questions regarding the recall should contact their pharmacy or immediately contact a health provider in terms of medical advice.

Sagent issues voluntary recall of phenylephrine hydrochloride vials

Outsourcing Pharma

MARCH 15, 2021

The company is recalling 10 mg/mL vials of phenylephrine hydrochloride due to potential lack of sterility assurance in several lots of the product.

STAT+: Pharmalittle: ALS Association and its chapters battle over money and priorities; eye drops recalled over links to drug-resistant infections

STAT

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

This is, you may recall, our treasured signal to daydream about weekend plans. And so, another working week will soon draw to a close. Not a moment too soon, yes? Our agenda is rather modest.

Are FDA drug recalls important?

Perrigo Recalls Gerber Good Start SoothePro Powdered Infant Formula

Trending Sources

STAT+: Why FDA product recalls have spiked in recent years

Another Lot of Propofol Recalled

STAT+: Delay of eye drop recall highlights FDA’s impotence on the issue

Pfizer's Hospira recall spree bleeds into 2024 with product pulls for multiple hospital drugs in shortage

Generics maker VistaPharm recalls ulcer med on bacteria contamination fears

GSK amends commercial deal with Scynexis as antifungal recall drags into 2024

Sun Pharma initiates recall of Febuxostat for gout in US

Haleon recalls cough syrups due to microbial contamination

Sun Pharma recalls at least 34,000 bottles of generic drug

Specialty injectables maker Exela issues recall after particles turn up in 3 different drugs

Recalls Due to Nitrosamine & Legal Action Being Taken

The latest recall of Philips ventilators reveals one death, two injuries

Pneumonia Drug Recalled Due to Potential Bacillus cereus Contamination

Robitussin cough syrups recalled in the US due to microbial contamination

TraceLink Introduces Digital Recalls Solution

Agnelli family invests €2.6bn in Philips despite recall woes

Delaware's Marlex Pharmaceuticals recalls 2 batches of heart failure drug after labeling mix-up

UK recall of Clinigen’s Mexiletine hydrochloride hard capsules

CMS halts, recalls billing arbitration decisions after Texas court vacates guidance

After shutting down, Akorn recalls its 70-plus products nationwide

Nearly 8,000 blood tests recalled over risk of missed heart attack diagnosis

‘A constant information lag’: The troubled recall of Philips CPAP machines underscores flaws in device oversight

EzriCare Eye Drops Recall: Unveiling a Nationwide Health Crisis

Another recall: does Philips have a quality control problem?

Patients overestimate how well they recall diagnoses, care after discharge: study

Pfizer’s Hospira issues recall after glass particles found in injectables

Drug recalls are ticking upwards — here’s how to avoid costly pitfalls

Novartis recalls Sandimmune oral solution over crystallisation issues

STAT+: FDA inspection underscores problem at major U.S. compounder behind hospital drug recalls

Particulates, label issues prompt separate recalls for Pfizer's Hospira and Accord

Abbott glucose monitor readers could catch fire, FDA warns in recall notice

Lupin recalls pregnancy prevention drug Tydemy

Novartis recalls Sandimmune oral solution due to crystal formation

UK MHRA recalls batches of eye gels due to microbial contamination

Is Chantix Safe Again After the Nationwide Recall?

Product Complaints & Recalls Virtual Summit

Hospira initiates recall after glass found in antibiotic vials

Azurity Pharmaceuticals Recalls Zenzedi

STAT+: Pharmalittle: FDA slams company recalling eye drops over manufacturing issues; U.S. funds massive Alzheimer’s research database

Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Brimonidine Tartrate Ophthalmic Solution, 0.15%

Sagent issues voluntary recall of phenylephrine hydrochloride vials

STAT+: Pharmalittle: ALS Association and its chapters battle over money and priorities; eye drops recalled over links to drug-resistant infections

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