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Cathflo activase recalled over sterility concerns

Recall date
May 20, 2024
Source
U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report
Official notice title
Genentech, Inc. recalls Cathflo activase (ALTEPLASE), 2mg vials, Rx only, Genentech Inc., South San Francisco, CA 94080, NDC 50242-041-64
Recall number
D-0509-2024
FDA classification
Class II
Brand / firm
Genentech, Inc.
Sold / distributed
Nationwide within the United States

Why it was recalled

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Deformed stoppers observed during filling operations for Cathflo Activase.

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

What was recalled

Cathflo activase (ALTEPLASE), 2mg vials, Rx only, Genentech Inc., South San Francisco, CA 94080, NDC 50242-041-64

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