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Class I Recall

SANDIMMUNE Oral Solution (cyclosporine oral solution, USP) 100 mg/mL, 50 mL bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured by: DELPHARM H

Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation

Summary

The FDA issued a Class I for SANDIMMUNE Oral Solution (cyclosporine oral solution, USP) 100 mg/mL, 50 mL bott by Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation. Reason: Crystallization: bottles of Sandimmune Oral Solution were determined to contain crystals.

Details

Source

Drug Recall

External ID

D-0144-2024

Action Date

2023-12-13

Status

Ongoing

Category

drug

Product Description

SANDIMMUNE Oral Solution (cyclosporine oral solution, USP) 100 mg/mL, 50 mL bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured by: DELPHARM Huningue S.A.S., Huningue, France, Distributed by: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation, East Hanover, New Jersey 07936. NDC 0078-0110-22

Lot/Code Info: Lot #: FX001500, FX001582, Exp. 09/30/2024

Quantity Affected: 6,997 bottles

Reason for Recall

Crystallization: bottles of Sandimmune Oral Solution were determined to contain crystals

Distribution

Nationwide within the United States

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2023-11-22

Context & Analysis

This is a Class I recall. Class I recalls are the most serious — there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious health consequences or death.

This was one of 46 drug recalls issued in the same week, part of 267 drug-related FDA actions this month.

Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation has 6 FDA actions in our database, including 6 recalls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class I recall?

A Class I recall is the most serious type. The FDA has determined there is a reasonable probability that the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. Consumers should stop using the product immediately.

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 (Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation have FDA actions?

Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation has 6 FDA actions in our database, including 6 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "D-0144-2024" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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