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Shire Human Genetic Therapies, Inc. recalls Natpara (parathyroid hormone) for Injection, 50 mcg, 2 pack medication cartridges, Rx only, For subcutaneous use only,…

Recall date
September 12, 2019
Source
U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report
Recall number
D-0036-2020
FDA classification
Class I
Brand / firm
Shire Human Genetic Therapies, Inc.
Sold / distributed
Product was distributed throughout the United States.

Why it was recalled

Defective Delivery System: potential risk of rubber stopper particles clogging the needle and leading to underdosing

Class I is the FDA’s most serious recall level: there is a reasonable probability that using this product will cause serious harm or death.

What was recalled

Natpara (parathyroid hormone) for Injection, 50 mcg, 2 pack medication cartridges, Rx only, For subcutaneous use only, Manufactured for: Shire-NPS Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Lexington, MA NDC 68875-0203-02

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