Class III · Low riskTerminated 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.
Reason Defective Delivery System: incorrect silicone oil-free NormJect 10 mL Luer Lock Solo syringes packaged in the pack, instead of the required silicone…