Teva Pharmaceuticals USA recalls Fluoxetine Capsules USP, 10 mg, in 100-count bottles, Rx only, Manufactured by Pliva Krakow Pharmaceutical Company S.A.…

Recall date

April 13, 2015

Source

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

Recall number

D-0970-2015

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Teva Pharmaceuticals USA

Sold / distributed

Nationwide

Why it was recalled

Chemical Contamination: Product recalled due to an elevated level of a residual solvent impurity in the API that exceeds the Threshold of Toxicological Concern (TTC) calculation for the impurity.

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

What was recalled

Fluoxetine Capsules USP, 10 mg, in 100-count bottles, Rx only, Manufactured by Pliva Krakow Pharmaceutical Company S.A., Krakow, Poland, Manufactured for Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Sellersville, PA 18960. NDC 50111-647-01