D-1258-2020 Class III Terminated

Recalled by Akorn Inc — Lake Forest, IL

FDA drug recall D-1258-2020 was initiated by Akorn Inc on March 25, 2020 and is designated Class III. Reason for recall: Failed impurities/degradation specification: Out-of-Specification result for total impurity at 4.1% (Limit: NMT 3.0%) during retained sample testing. The recall status is terminated (terminated July 28, 2022). Affected quantity: 15,170 ampules.

Recall Details

Product Type
Drugs
Report Date
April 8, 2020
Initiation Date
March 25, 2020
Termination Date
July 28, 2022
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Product Quantity
15,170 ampules

Product Description

Fentanyl Citrate Injection, USP, 100 mcg/2 mL (50 mcg/mL), 10 Ampules per carton, (2 mL each), Rx only, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 17478-030-02

Reason for Recall

Failed impurities/degradation specification: Out-of-Specification result for total impurity at 4.1% (Limit: NMT 3.0%) during retained sample testing.

Distribution Pattern

Distributed Nationwide in the USA

Code Information

Lot 081887A, EXP 08/2021