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Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp. recalls Foradil Aerolizer (formoterol fumarate inhalation powder) 12 mcg per capsule, 12 Capsules (Blister strips of 6) per pac…

Recall date
May 22, 2015
Source
U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report
Recall number
D-1137-2015
FDA classification
Class III
Brand / firm
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp.
Sold / distributed
NJ via 1 distributor

Why it was recalled

Failed Stability Specification: out of specification result obtained for the Particle Size Distribution test during stability testing.

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

What was recalled

Foradil Aerolizer (formoterol fumarate inhalation powder) 12 mcg per capsule, 12 Capsules (Blister strips of 6) per pack. For inhalation use only, Rx only, Manufactured for: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., a subsidiary of MERCK & CO., INC. Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889. Manufactured by: Novartis Pharma AG Basle,Via Serafino Balestra 31 Locarno, Switzerland.

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