Midazolam Injection recalled over manufacturing violations

Recall date

April 26, 2023

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Official notice title

Akorn, Inc. recalls Midazolam Injection, USP, 50 mg/10mL (5mg/mL), For Intramuscular or Intravenous Use Only, 10 mL vials, Rx Only, Manufac…

Recall number

D-0859-2023

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Akorn, Inc.

Sold / distributed

Nationwide in the USA and Puerto Rico

Why it was recalled

CGMP Deviations: Firm went out of business and could no longer continue stability studies.

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

What was recalled

Midazolam Injection, USP, 50 mg/10mL (5mg/mL), For Intramuscular or Intravenous Use Only, 10 mL vials, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045. ALL NDCs