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Erythromycin Pledgets USP recalled over sterility concerns

Recall date
January 28, 2015
Source
U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report
Official notice title
Akorn, Inc. recalls Erythromycin Pledgets USP, 2%, 60-count jar,Rx only, Manufactured by Ei LLC, Kannapolis, NC 28083, Marketed by VersaPha…
Recall number
D-0385-2015
FDA classification
Class II
Brand / firm
Akorn, Inc.
Sold / distributed
Nationwide

Why it was recalled

Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) failed USP microbial tests.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

Erythromycin Pledgets USP, 2%, 60-count jar,Rx only, Manufactured by Ei LLC, Kannapolis, NC 28083, Marketed by VersaPharm Incorporated, Marietta, GA 30062, NDC 61748-202-60 .

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