US Drug Recall Register
Class III · Low risk Terminated Initiated Sep 7, 2016 (10 years ago)

Varithena (polidocanol injectable foam) Administration Pack For Use With Varithena, Rx…

Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.

Why it was recalled

Defective Delivery System: Incorrect type of syringe found in commercially distributed administration pack

What was recalled

Varithena (polidocanol injectable foam) Administration Pack For Use With Varithena, Rx only, Distributed by Biocompatibles, Inc. Oxford, CT 06478, NDC 60635-123-01

Recalling firm
Biocompatibles U.K., Ltd.
NDC code
60635-123-01
Origin
N/A, United Kingdom
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0001-2017

What should you do? A recall doesn't always mean your specific bottle is affected - it often applies to certain lots only. Check the lot number on your package against the FDA notice, and talk to your pharmacist before stopping any medication.

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