Key Takeaway

Levsin injection (hyoscyamine sulfate injection, USP), 0.5 mg per ml in water for Injection, 1 ml Ampule (Box of 5 ampules), Rx Only, Distributed by: Meda pharmaceuticals Inc. (a Viatris company) Some by Viatris Inc was recalled on May 25, 2023. The hazard: CGMP Deviations: Discontinuation of the Quality program by manufacturer that would assure product meet the identity, strength, quality, and purity cha...

FDA Drug Class II Terminated

Levsin injection (hyoscyamine sulfate injection, USP), 0.5 mg per ml in water for Injection, 1 ml Ampule (Box of 5 ampules), Rx Only, Distributed by: Meda pharmaceuticals Inc. (a Viatris company) Some

Recalled: May 25, 2023 ~2,736 boxes units affected D-0866-2023

Description

Levsin injection (hyoscyamine sulfate injection, USP), 0.5 mg per ml in water for Injection, 1 ml Ampule (Box of 5 ampules), Rx Only, Distributed by: Meda pharmaceuticals Inc. (a Viatris company) Somerset New Jersey 00873-4120, NDC #0037-9001-05

Hazard / Reason

CGMP Deviations: Discontinuation of the Quality program by manufacturer that would assure product meet the identity, strength, quality, and purity characteristics that they are purported or represented to possess.

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

Levsin injection (hyoscyamine sulfate injection, USP), 0.5 mg per ml in water for Injection, 1 ml Ampule (Box of 5 ampules), Rx Only, Distributed by: Meda pharmaceuticals Inc. (a Viatris company) Some

Drugs

Company Information

Viatris Inc

Canonsburg, PA, United States

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Distribution

Product was distributed to 10 distributors who may have further distribute the product to the retail level.

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