Key Takeaway
Gemcitabine For Injection USP, 1 g, (lyophilized), For Intravenous Use Only, Sterile Single Use Vial, Rx only, Manufactured by: Sun Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd, Gujarat, India, NDC 47335-154-40 by Caraco Pharmaceutical Laboratories Ltd. was recalled on April 9, 2014. The hazard: Lack of Assurance of Sterility: A particle excursion for a different batch of the same product may lead to a lack of sterility assurance.
Gemcitabine For Injection USP, 1 g, (lyophilized), For Intravenous Use Only, Sterile Single Use Vial, Rx only, Manufactured by: Sun Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd, Gujarat, India, NDC 47335-154-40
Description
Gemcitabine For Injection USP, 1 g, (lyophilized), For Intravenous Use Only, Sterile Single Use Vial, Rx only, Manufactured by: Sun Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd, Gujarat, India, NDC 47335-154-40
Hazard / Reason
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: A particle excursion for a different batch of the same product may lead to a lack of sterility assurance.
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
Gemcitabine For Injection USP, 1 g, (lyophilized), For Intravenous Use Only, Sterile Single Use Vial, Rx only, Manufactured by: Sun Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd, Gujarat, India, NDC 47335-154-40
DrugsCompany Information
Caraco Pharmaceutical Laboratories Ltd.
Cranbury, NJ, United States
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