Key Takeaway

ZARAH¿ Drospirenone/ Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets, 3.0 mg/0.03 mg, Rx only, 3 tablet dispensers, 28 tablets each, Manuf. by: Watson Laboratories, Inc., Corona, CA 92880. USA; Distributed by: Watson Pharm by Watson Laboratories Inc was recalled on February 13, 2013. The hazard: Failed Tablet/Capsule Specification; tablet breakage while pushing through the blister pack (dispenser) .

FDA Drug Class II Terminated

ZARAH¿ Drospirenone/ Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets, 3.0 mg/0.03 mg, Rx only, 3 tablet dispensers, 28 tablets each, Manuf. by: Watson Laboratories, Inc., Corona, CA 92880. USA; Distributed by: Watson Pharm

Recalled: February 13, 2013 ~136,720 cartons units affected D-205-2013

Description

ZARAH¿ Drospirenone/ Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets, 3.0 mg/0.03 mg, Rx only, 3 tablet dispensers, 28 tablets each, Manuf. by: Watson Laboratories, Inc., Corona, CA 92880. USA; Distributed by: Watson Pharma, Inc., Corona, CA 92880 USA. NDC 52544-981-31 Carton; NDC 52544-981-28

Hazard / Reason

Failed Tablet/Capsule Specification; tablet breakage while pushing through the blister pack (dispenser) .

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

ZARAH¿ Drospirenone/ Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets, 3.0 mg/0.03 mg, Rx only, 3 tablet dispensers, 28 tablets each, Manuf. by: Watson Laboratories, Inc., Corona, CA 92880. USA; Distributed by: Watson Pharm

Drugs

Company Information

Watson Laboratories Inc

Corona, CA, United States

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Distribution

Nationwide

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