Hardcore Formulations Issues Recall for Bodybuilding Drugs
A consent decree of permanent injunction against Medistat U.S. District Judge William H. Steele barred Medistat RX LLC, its owners and pharmacist-in charge, from making, holding, or distributing drugs until it complies with federal law. The Alabama Judge signed off on a consent decree of permanent injunction against Medistat on July … [Read more...] about Hardcore Formulations Issues Recall for Bodybuilding Drugs
Class III Voluntary Recall Issued for High Blood Pressure Medication
As a result of a recent Enforcement Report of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Sun Pharma and Lupin are recalling over 41.5 thousand drug bottles in the United States. Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc. is recalling 12,109 bottles of Carvediol tablets USP that are taken for treatment of high blood pressure, CNBC Money … [Read more...] about Class III Voluntary Recall Issued for High Blood Pressure Medication
Novartis recalls Agrippal flu vaccine in the U.K. after particles found in vials
Health officials in the U.K. are dealing with a recall on more than 160,000 vials of a flu vaccine just as the season in which they're most likely to be dispensed hits. According to a report from The Telegraph (U.K.), pharmaceutical company Novartis has issued a recall on 160,000 vials of its influenza vaccine, Agrippal. The … [Read more...] about Novartis recalls Agrippal flu vaccine in the U.K. after particles found in vials
Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Acetaminophen Tablets Recalled for Oversized Tablets
Qualitest Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Acetaminophen Tables are being recalled for oversized tablets, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) just announced. Qualitest is a subsidiary of Endo Health Solutions. The nationwide recall involves one lot of Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Acetaminophen Tablets, USP 10 mg/500 mg, NDC … [Read more...] about Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Acetaminophen Tablets Recalled for Oversized Tablets
Nimodipine Capsules Recalled for Crystallization
Nimodipine capsules have been recalled for crystallization issues, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) just announced. Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc. is recalling one lot of Nimodipine Capsules, 30 mg, marketed by Caraco Pharmaceutical Laboratories, Ltd. Sun Inc. initiated the recall due to the presence of crystals … [Read more...] about Nimodipine Capsules Recalled for Crystallization
Hospira Recalls Hydromorphone Injections that may Contain more than Intended Volume
Hospira, Inc. just announced that it s recalling, at the user level, one lot of its Hydromorphone Injection over reported complaints that one of its Carpuject’s contains more than 1 mL label fill volume, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) just announced. Involved in the recall is Hydromorphone Injection, USP, 1 mg/mL … [Read more...] about Hospira Recalls Hydromorphone Injections that may Contain more than Intended Volume
Johnson & Johnson Facilities at Center of Tylenol, Other Drug Recalls Face Greater FDA Scrutiny
A Johnson & Johnson drug plant in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania that made millions of bottles of recalled medicine, including <"https://www.yourlawyer.com/topics/overview/Tylenol-Liver-Damage-Injury-Lawsuit-Lawyer">Tylenol, Benadryl and Motrin, will not be allowed to reopen until the U.S. Food & Drug Administration … [Read more...] about Johnson & Johnson Facilities at Center of Tylenol, Other Drug Recalls Face Greater FDA Scrutiny
FDA Acts against Unapproved Cold, Cough and Allergy Drugs, Orders Hundreds Removed from Market
More than 500 unapproved prescription cough, cold and allergy medicines including familiar names like include Lodrane, Cardec, Organidin and Pediahist - have been ordered off the market by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA). None of the unapproved prescription cough, cold and allergy drugs have ever been evaluated by the … [Read more...] about FDA Acts against Unapproved Cold, Cough and Allergy Drugs, Orders Hundreds Removed from Market
Simponi Pens Recalled by Johnson & Johnson for Manufacturing Defect
Johnson & Johnson is recalling <"https://www.yourlawyer.com/practice_areas/defective_drugs">Simponi injection pens in the U.S. and Germany. According to the company, a potential defect could result in an insufficient dose of the rheumatoid arthritis drug, and patients are being advised to use pre-filled syringes of Simponi … [Read more...] about Simponi Pens Recalled by Johnson & Johnson for Manufacturing Defect
Invega Sustenna Syringes Named in Latest Johnson & Johnson Recall
Beleaguered drug maker Johnson & Johnson has issued yet another recall, this time involving syringes containing an injectable form of the antipsychotic Invega Sustenna. The <"https://www.yourlawyer.com/practice_areas/defective_drugs">Invega Sustenna syringe recall was issued yesterday by Johnson & Johnson’s … [Read more...] about Invega Sustenna Syringes Named in Latest Johnson & Johnson Recall
Mislabeled Drugs Recalled by Qualitest Pharmaceuticals
Qualitest Pharmaceuticals just issued a voluntary nationwide drug recall of some of its Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Acetaminophen Tablets and its Phenobarbital Tablets, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) just announced. An individual bottle of Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Acetaminophen Tablets, USP 10mg/500mg, NDC … [Read more...] about Mislabeled Drugs Recalled by Qualitest Pharmaceuticals
Sodium Thiosulfate Injection Recalled
American Regent just initiated a nationwide voluntary recall of its Sodium Thiosulfate Injection, USP 10% (100 mg/mL) 10 mL Single Dose Vials Lot# 0056, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said.The drug recall, which was put in place due to translucent visible particles, involves the defective drug with NDC # 0517-1019-05 … [Read more...] about Sodium Thiosulfate Injection Recalled
Gluco-Ease Plus Supplements Caused Liver Damage, Lawsuit Claims
A product liability lawsuit claims Gluco-Ease Plus, a supplement purported to help users maintain healthy blood sugar levels, nearly killed a 55-year-old diabetic man. Isaac Shaw's lawsuit alleges that the main ingredient in the supplement, Uva Ursi leaf, also called bearberry, caused him to suffer cholestatic hepatitis and … [Read more...] about Gluco-Ease Plus Supplements Caused Liver Damage, Lawsuit Claims
Darvon, Darvocet Deaths Could Have Been Prevented by Earlier FDA Action
A consumer group says negligence on the part of federal regulators in calling for a Darvon and Darvocet recall likely cost hundreds of lives. In a recent issue of its "Worst Pills, Best Pills" newsletter, Public Citizen says that the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) should have pulled Darvon, Darvocet and other drugs made … [Read more...] about Darvon, Darvocet Deaths Could Have Been Prevented by Earlier FDA Action
KV Pharmaceutical Defective Drug Lawsuit Revived by Appeals Court
A class action lawsuit against KV Pharmaceutical Co. is being allowed to go forward thanks to a decision by the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals. The lawsuit claims that Missouri-based KV Pharmaceutical put a defective drug on the market, causing economic damages to consumers. In March 2009, Ethex Corp., a division of KV, stipulated … [Read more...] about KV Pharmaceutical Defective Drug Lawsuit Revived by Appeals Court
Darvon, Darvocet Lawsuit Blames Painkillers for Sudden Death
The family of a man who died after taking propoxyphene-containing drugs has filed a Darvon lawsuit against Xanodyne Pharmaceuticals, maker of the recalled drugs. The lawsuit claims Cornelius Kellehar's sudden heart problems were the result of Darvon and Darvocet side effects. Darvon and Darvocet are opiod painkillers made with the … [Read more...] about Darvon, Darvocet Lawsuit Blames Painkillers for Sudden Death
Multaq Faces Canadian Review Over Liver Injury Fears
Multaq, already under review in the U.S. and Europe for a possible association with liver injury, is now being scrutinized by Canadian regulators. For now, Health Canada says that in that country, Multaq is not to be used by patients with severe liver problems. Multaq (dronedarone) is used to treat abnormal heart rhythm in … [Read more...] about Multaq Faces Canadian Review Over Liver Injury Fears
Nutrex Research Lipo 6X Recalled In Canada
Nutrex Research Lipo 6X, a dietary supplement promoted for weight loss and body building, has been recalled in Canada. According to a notice from Health Canada, Nutrex Research Lipo 6X has not been authorized for sale by the regulatory agency. Nutrex Research Lipo 6X contains caffeine and synephrine, which is similar to ephedrine. … [Read more...] about Nutrex Research Lipo 6X Recalled In Canada
Massive Drug Recall of Able Laboratories
Able Laboratories Drugs Are Being Recalled. Although several millions of doses of numerous generic prescriptions drugs were unexpectedly pulled from the market in a massive drug recall over one month ago, neither the FDA nor the manufacturer have come forward with any information to explain the matter. On May 19, Able Laboratories … [Read more...] about Massive Drug Recall of Able Laboratories
