Key Takeaway

Aldactone (spironolactone) tablets, USP, 100 mg, 100-count bottles, Rx only, Distributed by G.D. Searle, Division of Pfizer Inc, NY, NY 10017, NDC 0025-1031-31 by Pfizer Us Pharmaceutical Group was recalled on September 4, 2013. The hazard: Marketed without an Approved NDA/ANDA: This recall is being initiated because of changes to the dissolution profile in distributed lots resulting from...

FDA Drug Class II Terminated

Aldactone (spironolactone) tablets, USP, 100 mg, 100-count bottles, Rx only, Distributed by G.D. Searle, Division of Pfizer Inc, NY, NY 10017, NDC 0025-1031-31

Recalled: September 4, 2013 ~31 bottles units affected D-014-2014

Description

Aldactone (spironolactone) tablets, USP, 100 mg, 100-count bottles, Rx only, Distributed by G.D. Searle, Division of Pfizer Inc, NY, NY 10017, NDC 0025-1031-31

Hazard / Reason

Marketed without an Approved NDA/ANDA: This recall is being initiated because of changes to the dissolution profile in distributed lots resulting from a manufacturing site change. There is currently no approved application supporting the alternate manufacturing site.

Class II: Product that may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences.

Class II indicates the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects. The probability of serious harm is considered remote.

Products Affected

Aldactone (spironolactone) tablets, USP, 100 mg, 100-count bottles, Rx only, Distributed by G.D. Searle, Division of Pfizer Inc, NY, NY 10017, NDC 0025-1031-31

Drugs

Company Information

Pfizer Us Pharmaceutical Group

New York, NY, United States

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Distribution

US Nationwide

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