D-1547-2022 Class II Ongoing

Recalled by Akorn, Inc. — Gurnee, IL

FDA drug recall D-1547-2022 was initiated by Akorn, Inc. on Sep 21, 2022 and is designated Class II. Reason for recall: Failed impurities/degradation specifications: Finished product exceeds the 5 ppm interim limit for 1-Methyl-4-Nitrosopoperazine (MNP). The recall status is ongoing. Affected quantity: 18,145 bottles.

Recall Details

Product Type
Drugs
Report Date
Oct 5, 2022
Initiation Date
Sep 21, 2022
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Product Quantity
18,145 bottles

Product Description

Rifampin Capsules, USP, 150 mg, 30-count bottle, Rx only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company, LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031, NDC 61748-015-30

Reason for Recall

Failed impurities/degradation specifications: Finished product exceeds the 5 ppm interim limit for 1-Methyl-4-Nitrosopoperazine (MNP).

Distribution Pattern

USA Nationwide and Puerto Rico

Code Information

Lot#: 3192818, Exp 10/31/2022; 3199700, Exp 03/31/2023; 3203853, Exp 02/29/2024

Source

Dataset
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FDA record
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Enforcement Report
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openFDA file date
Oct 23, 2026
Loaded by RegDataLab
Oct 24, 2026

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