Key Takeaway

Octreotide Acetate Injection 500 mcg/mL, 10 x 1 mL Single-Dose Unit-of-Use Syringes, For Subcutaneous or Intravenous Use, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Mylan Institutional LLC, Morgantown, WV 26505 U.S.A by Viatris Inc was recalled on October 7, 2022. The hazard: Presence of Particulate Matter: Product complaint for the presence of glass particles in a syringe.

FDA Drug Class I Terminated

Octreotide Acetate Injection 500 mcg/mL, 10 x 1 mL Single-Dose Unit-of-Use Syringes, For Subcutaneous or Intravenous Use, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Mylan Institutional LLC, Morgantown, WV 26505 U.S.A

Recalled: October 7, 2022 ~22400 syringes units affected D-0058-2023

Description

Octreotide Acetate Injection 500 mcg/mL, 10 x 1 mL Single-Dose Unit-of-Use Syringes, For Subcutaneous or Intravenous Use, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Mylan Institutional LLC, Morgantown, WV 26505 U.S.A., Made in Italy, NDC: 67457-246-00 (syringe), 67457-246-01 (carton).

Hazard / Reason

Presence of Particulate Matter: Product complaint for the presence of glass particles in a syringe.

Class I: Dangerous or defective product that could cause serious health problems or death.

Class I is the most serious recall classification used by the FDA, indicating a reasonable probability of serious health consequences or death.

Products Affected

Octreotide Acetate Injection 500 mcg/mL, 10 x 1 mL Single-Dose Unit-of-Use Syringes, For Subcutaneous or Intravenous Use, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Mylan Institutional LLC, Morgantown, WV 26505 U.S.A

Drugs

Company Information

Viatris Inc

Canonsburg, PA, United States

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Distribution

Nationwide in the USA

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