Key Takeaway

Livalo (pitavastatin) tablets 2 mg* Rx Only NdC 66869-204-90 Manufactured under license from: Kowa Company, Limited Tokyo 103-8433 Japan Tablets Manufactured by: Patheon, Inc. Cincinnati, OH 45237 US by Cardinal Health Inc. was recalled on March 15, 2021. The hazard: CGMP Deviations: Intermittent exposure to temperature excursion during storage.

FDA Drug Class II Terminated

Livalo (pitavastatin) tablets 2 mg* Rx Only NdC 66869-204-90 Manufactured under license from: Kowa Company, Limited Tokyo 103-8433 Japan Tablets Manufactured by: Patheon, Inc. Cincinnati, OH 45237 US

Recalled: March 15, 2021 ~453 bottles units affected D-0500-2021

Description

Livalo (pitavastatin) tablets 2 mg* Rx Only NdC 66869-204-90 Manufactured under license from: Kowa Company, Limited Tokyo 103-8433 Japan Tablets Manufactured by: Patheon, Inc. Cincinnati, OH 45237 USA or by Kowa Company, Ltd Nagoya 462-0024 Japan

Hazard / Reason

CGMP Deviations: Intermittent exposure to temperature excursion during storage.

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

Livalo (pitavastatin) tablets 2 mg* Rx Only NdC 66869-204-90 Manufactured under license from: Kowa Company, Limited Tokyo 103-8433 Japan Tablets Manufactured by: Patheon, Inc. Cincinnati, OH 45237 US

Drugs

Company Information

Cardinal Health Inc.

Dublin, OH, United States

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Distribution

FL, GA, SC

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