Key Takeaway
Ranitidine Hydrochloride (powder), USP, Rx only, Spectrum Chemical Mfg Corp., a) 1 gram, b) 5 grams, c) 25 grams, d)100 grams, e) 500 grams, f) 1 Kilogram by Spectrum Laboratory Products was recalled on January 14, 2020. The hazard: CGMP Deviations: Presence of NDMA impurity detected in product.
Ranitidine Hydrochloride (powder), USP, Rx only, Spectrum Chemical Mfg Corp., a) 1 gram, b) 5 grams, c) 25 grams, d)100 grams, e) 500 grams, f) 1 Kilogram
Description
Ranitidine Hydrochloride (powder), USP, Rx only, Spectrum Chemical Mfg Corp., a) 1 gram, b) 5 grams, c) 25 grams, d)100 grams, e) 500 grams, f) 1 Kilogram
Hazard / Reason
CGMP Deviations: Presence of NDMA impurity detected in product.
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
Ranitidine Hydrochloride (powder), USP, Rx only, Spectrum Chemical Mfg Corp., a) 1 gram, b) 5 grams, c) 25 grams, d)100 grams, e) 500 grams, f) 1 Kilogram
DrugsCompany Information
Spectrum Laboratory Products
Gardena, CA, United States
View all 4 recalls by Spectrum Laboratory Products →Distribution
The recalled API was distributed to pharmacies in the following states: AZ, CA, FL, GA, NJ, PA, RI, SC, TX, UT, WY. The API was also distributed internationally to Canada and UAE.
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