US Drug Recall Register
Class I · High risk Ongoing Initiated Oct 18, 2023 (3 years ago)

ELCYS (cysteine hydrochloride injection), USP, 500 mg/10mL (50 mg/mL), 10x10 mL Single…

Class I — High risk. Reasonable probability of serious harm or death.

Why it was recalled

Presence of Particulate Matter: Silicone

What was recalled

ELCYS (cysteine hydrochloride injection), USP, 500 mg/10mL (50 mg/mL), 10x10 mL Single Dose Sterile Vials, For Intravenous Infusion Only, Rx Only, Manufactured and Distributed by Exela Pharma Sciences, LLC, Lenoir, NC 28645, (Vial: NDC 51754-1007-1; Carton: 51754-1007-3).

Recalling firm
Exela Pharma Sciences LLC
NDC code
51754-1007-1
Origin
NC, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0118-2024

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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