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Class III Recall

Sirolimus Oral Solution, 1 mg/mL, 60 mL bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Apotex Inc. Toronto, Ontario Canada M9L 1T9 Ma

Apotex Corp.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class III for Sirolimus Oral Solution, 1 mg/mL, 60 mL bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Apotex by Apotex Corp.. Reason: Failed Dissolution Specifications: Sirolimus Oral Solution recalled due to lot RZ1598 exceeded the specification limit at the 14-month timepoint..

Details

Source

Drug Recall

External ID

D-0881-2022

Action Date

2022-05-25

Status

Terminated

Category

drug

Product Description

Sirolimus Oral Solution, 1 mg/mL, 60 mL bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Apotex Inc. Toronto, Ontario Canada M9L 1T9 Manufactured for: Apotex Corp. Weston, Florida 33326, NDC 60505-6197-2

Lot/Code Info: Lot: RZ1598, exp. date 02/2023

Quantity Affected: 2353 bottles

Reason for Recall

Failed Dissolution Specifications: Sirolimus Oral Solution recalled due to lot RZ1598 exceeded the specification limit at the 14-month timepoint.

Distribution

Nationwide in the USA

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2022-05-03

Company

Apotex Corp.

Weston, FL

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

Apotex Corp. has 19 FDA actions in our database, including 18 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 (Apotex Corp.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Apotex Corp. have FDA actions?

Apotex Corp. has 19 FDA actions in our database, including 18 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "D-0881-2022" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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