Key Takeaway

Edex (alprostadil for injection) 10mcg, packaged in a 2 pack carton, Rx only, Manufactured in Germany for: Actient Pharmaceuticals, LLC, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045; NDC 52244-010-02. by Endo Pharmaceuticals, Inc. was recalled on February 22, 2017. The hazard: Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Defective container resulting in the lack of sterility assurance. ok thanks

FDA Drug Class II Terminated

Edex (alprostadil for injection) 10mcg, packaged in a 2 pack carton, Rx only, Manufactured in Germany for: Actient Pharmaceuticals, LLC, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045; NDC 52244-010-02.

Recalled: February 22, 2017 ~5,086 cartridges units affected D-0512-2017

Description

Edex (alprostadil for injection) 10mcg, packaged in a 2 pack carton, Rx only, Manufactured in Germany for: Actient Pharmaceuticals, LLC, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045; NDC 52244-010-02.

Hazard / Reason

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Defective container resulting in the lack of sterility assurance. ok thanks

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

Edex (alprostadil for injection) 10mcg, packaged in a 2 pack carton, Rx only, Manufactured in Germany for: Actient Pharmaceuticals, LLC, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045; NDC 52244-010-02.

Drugs

Company Information

Endo Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Chadds Ford, PA, United States

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Distribution

Nationwide within the United States

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