Class III · Low riskTerminated Initiated Dec 15, 2017 (9 years ago)
Gabapentin Oral Solution, 250 mg/5 mL (50 mg/mL) in a 470 mL amber-colored bottle, Rx…
Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.
Why it was recalled
CGMP Deviations: Inadvertent release of a drug product with unapproved active ingredient manufacturer.
What was recalled
Gabapentin Oral Solution, 250 mg/5 mL (50 mg/mL) in a 470 mL amber-colored bottle, Rx Only. Manufactured by: Hi-Tech Pharmacal Co., Inc. Amityville, NY 11701. NDC: 50383-311-47
Recalling firm
Akorn Inc
Origin
IL, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0211-2018
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.
Reason Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: an out of specification result obtained during routine stability testing for Highest Unknown Impurity .
The Harvard Drug Group LLCNDC 0904-6665-61D-0031-2026
Reason Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: an out of specification result obtained during routine stability testing for Highest Unknown Impurity .
The Harvard Drug Group LLCNDC 0904-6665-61D-0030-2026