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Class I Recall

Veklury (remdesivir) for injection, 100 mg/vial, Single-Dose Vial, Rx only, Manufactured for: Gilead Sciences, Inc., Fos

Gilead Sciences, Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class I for Veklury (remdesivir) for injection, 100 mg/vial, Single-Dose Vial, Rx only, Manu by Gilead Sciences, Inc.. Reason: Presence of Particulate Matter: investigation into a customer complaint confirmed the presence of glass particulates..

Details

Source

Drug Recall

External ID

D-0299-2022

Action Date

2022-01-05

Status

Terminated

Category

drug

Product Description

Veklury (remdesivir) for injection, 100 mg/vial, Single-Dose Vial, Rx only, Manufactured for: Gilead Sciences, Inc., Foster City, CA 94404, NDC 61958-2901-2

Lot/Code Info: Lots: 2141001-1A, 2141002-1A, Exp. 01/2024

Quantity Affected: 53,473 vials

Reason for Recall

Presence of Particulate Matter: investigation into a customer complaint confirmed the presence of glass particulates.

Distribution

Nationwide in the USA

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2021-12-03

Company

Gilead Sciences, Inc.

Foster City, CA

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 51 drug recalls issued in the same week, part of 267 drug-related FDA actions this month.

Gilead Sciences, Inc. has 11 FDA actions in our database, including 2 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 (Gilead Sciences, Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Gilead Sciences, Inc. have FDA actions?

Gilead Sciences, Inc. has 11 FDA actions in our database, including 2 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "D-0299-2022" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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