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Class III Recall

Synthroid, Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets, USP 125mcg (0.125mg), 100-count bottle, Rx Only AbbVie Inc. North Chicago, IL 6

AbbVie Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class III for Synthroid, Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets, USP 125mcg (0.125mg), 100-count bottle, by AbbVie Inc.. Reason: Labeling: Wrong Barcode- One (1) of every forty (40) unit dose blister will contain incorrect barcode information that causes a 125mcg unit dose is sc.

Details

Source

Drug Recall

External ID

D-0088-2024

Action Date

2023-11-15

Status

Ongoing

Category

drug

Product Description

Synthroid, Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets, USP 125mcg (0.125mg), 100-count bottle, Rx Only AbbVie Inc. North Chicago, IL 60064, U.S.A. NDC 0074-7068-11

Lot/Code Info: Lot # 1187435 exp date: 02/2024

Quantity Affected: 864 cartons

Reason for Recall

Labeling: Wrong Barcode- One (1) of every forty (40) unit dose blister will contain incorrect barcode information that causes a 125mcg unit dose is scanned as 200mcg unit dose.

Distribution

Distributed in the US. No government or foreign consignees.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2023-10-17

Company

AbbVie Inc.

North Chicago, IL

Context & Analysis

This is a Class III recall. Class III recalls involve products unlikely to cause adverse health consequences, but that violate FDA regulations.

This was one of 40 drug recalls issued in the same week, part of 272 drug-related FDA actions this month.

AbbVie Inc. has 6 FDA actions in our database, including 4 recalls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class III recall?

A Class III recall involves products that are unlikely to cause adverse health effects but violate FDA labeling or manufacturing regulations.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (AbbVie Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does AbbVie Inc. have FDA actions?

AbbVie Inc. has 6 FDA actions in our database, including 4 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "D-0088-2024" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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