Key Takeaway

Temodar (temozolomide) Capsule, 20 mg per capsule, 5 capsules per package, For Oral Administration, Rx Only, Cytotoxic, NDC: 0085-1519-02, Schering Corporation, Kenilworth, New Jersey, 07033 by Schering-Plough Products, LLC was recalled on December 12, 2012. The hazard: Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: The recall is being initiated due to an out-of-specification result in the degradation product testing d...

FDA Drug Class II Terminated

Temodar (temozolomide) Capsule, 20 mg per capsule, 5 capsules per package, For Oral Administration, Rx Only, Cytotoxic, NDC: 0085-1519-02, Schering Corporation, Kenilworth, New Jersey, 07033

Recalled: December 12, 2012 ~17,169 Packages units affected D-139-2013

Description

Temodar (temozolomide) Capsule, 20 mg per capsule, 5 capsules per package, For Oral Administration, Rx Only, Cytotoxic, NDC: 0085-1519-02, Schering Corporation, Kenilworth, New Jersey, 07033

Hazard / Reason

Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: The recall is being initiated due to an out-of-specification result in the degradation product testing detected during stability monitoring.

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

Temodar (temozolomide) Capsule, 20 mg per capsule, 5 capsules per package, For Oral Administration, Rx Only, Cytotoxic, NDC: 0085-1519-02, Schering Corporation, Kenilworth, New Jersey, 07033

Drugs

Company Information

Schering-Plough Products, LLC

Las Piedras, PR, United States

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Distribution

Nationwide and Puerto Rico

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