Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.
Product Lacks Stability: These lots are being recalled due to the failure to meet the particle size distribution specification.
Advair HFA (fluticasone propionate 45 mcg and salmeterol 21 mcg) Inhalation Aerosol, 12g, 120 Metered Actuations, For Oral Inhalation with Advair HFA actuator only, Rx only, GlaxoSmithKline, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709, NDC 0173-0715-20.
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 CGMP Deviations:Suspected potential presence of Burkholderia cepacia complex
Reason CGMP Deviations: potential presence of Burkholderia cepacia complex
Reason CGMP Deviations: Firm went out of business and could no longer continue stability studies.
Reason Defective container: defect prevents product from dispensing as intended.
Reason CGMP Deviations: Products were exposed to temperatures outside of the products labeled storage conditions.
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