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Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. recalls methylPREDNISolone Sodium Succinate For Injection, USP, 500 mg*/vial, Rx Only, Mfd by: HIKMA FARMACEUTICA (PORTUGAL), S…

Recall date
January 14, 2020
Source
U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report
Recall number
D-0801-2020
FDA classification
Class III
Brand / firm
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc.
Sold / distributed
Nationwide in the USA

Why it was recalled

Labeling: Incorrect Instructions: Vial label incorrectly instructs healthcare professional to reconstitute product with 16 mL rather than the correct volume of 8 mL of Bacteriostatic Water for Injection with Benzyl Alcohol.

Class III means the product violates regulations but is not likely to cause harm.

What was recalled

methylPREDNISolone Sodium Succinate For Injection, USP, 500 mg*/vial, Rx Only, Mfd by: HIKMA FARMACEUTICA (PORTUGAL), SA; Dist by: WEST-WARD, Eatontown, NJ 07724, NDC 0143-9850-01.

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