Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.
Why it was recalled
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: failed related substance identified as Eptifibatide dimer.
What was recalled
Eptifibatide injection 20mg/10mL (2mg/mL), 10mL Single-Dose Vial, Rx only, Mfd. In India for: AuroMedics Pharma, LLC, E. Windsor, NJ 08520, NDC 55150-219-10
Recalling firm
Eugia US LLC
NDC code
55150-219-10
Origin
NJ, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0556-2024
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.
Reason Labeling: Not Elsewhere Classified. The carton for Eptifibatide Injection 75 mg/100 mL states 75 mg/100 mL vial for weight-adjusted bolus dosing. The…
Reason Short Fill: fill volume was out of specification at 94 mL (specification: no less than 100 mL) and Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Out…