D-0730-2016 Class II Terminated

Recalled by Genzyme Corporation — Cambridge, MA

FDA drug recall D-0730-2016 was initiated by Genzyme Corporation on February 16, 2016 and is designated Class II. Reason for recall: Presence of Particulate Matter: Glass particles found in the product after reconstitution. The recall status is terminated (terminated March 2, 2017). Affected quantity: 4669 Cartons.

Recall Details

Product Type
Drugs
Report Date
March 9, 2016
Initiation Date
February 16, 2016
Termination Date
March 2, 2017
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Product Quantity
4669 Cartons

Product Description

Thyrogen (thyrotropin alfa for injection), 0.9 mg/mL after reconstitution, For intramuscular injection only, Rx Only, Two vials per Carton, Carton contains 2 vials of Thyrogen, Dilute with Sterile Water for Injection, Storage: store at 2-8 C, Manufactured by: Genzyme Corporation, Northborough, MA 01532 USA, Marketing Authorization holder: Sanofi-Aventis, NDC 58468-0030-2.

Reason for Recall

Presence of Particulate Matter: Glass particles found in the product after reconstitution.

Distribution Pattern

Nationwide, Puerto Rico and Malaysia, Taiwan, Brazil, and Israel.

Code Information

Lot #s: E4029Y03, E4029Y04, E4029Y06, E4029Y07, Exp 12/2017