Class II · Moderate riskTerminated Initiated Nov 20, 2017 (9 years ago)
Amethyst (Levonorgestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets USP, 90mcg/20mcg), 28 tablet…
Class II — Moderate risk. May cause temporary or reversible harm; serious harm unlikely.
Why it was recalled
Labeling: Incorrect Instructions. "TABLETS IN WEEK 4 ARE INACTIVE" printed on the blister foil and package insert, however,all tablets are active.
What was recalled
Amethyst (Levonorgestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets USP, 90mcg/20mcg), 28 tablet dispenser (blister foil unit), Rx only, Manufactured by: Warner Chilcott Company, LLC Fajardo, Puerto Rico 00738: Distributed by: Actavis Pharma, Inc. Parsippany, NJ 07054 USA, NDC-52544-295-28
Recalling firm
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA
Origin
PA, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0125-2018
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.