US Drug Recall Register
Class III · Low risk Terminated Initiated Jan 7, 2021 (6 years ago)

Mephyton (phytonadione) Tablets 5mg, 100-count bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Valeant…

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

Why it was recalled

Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications:Out of specification during the 24 month stability testing of Impurity D.

What was recalled

Mephyton (phytonadione) Tablets 5mg, 100-count bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America, LLC Bridgewater, NJ 08807 USA NDC 0187-1704-05

Recalling firm
Bausch Health Companies, Inc.
NDC code
0187-1704-05
Origin
NJ, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0243-2021

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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