Class II — Moderate risk. May cause temporary or reversible harm; serious harm unlikely.
Labeling: Label mix-up. Amitiza 8 mcg capsules are being recalled because 24 mcg capsules were found in a 8 mcg trade 60 ct. bottle. Amitiza 24 mcg capsules are being recalled because a sealed 60 ct. bottle contained only 8 mcg capsules, this incident is being considered as a labeling mix-up issue.
Amitiza (lubiprostone) capsules, 8 mcg, 60-count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by: Sucampo Pharma Americas, LLC, NDC 64764-080-60
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: Label mix-up. Amitiza 8 mcg capsules are being recalled because 24 mcg capsules were found in a 8 mcg trade 60 ct. bottle. Amitiza 24 mcg…
Reason Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications:Elevated levels of a known impurity in the 20-month stability sample testing.
Reason Labeling: Label Mixup; LUBIPROSTONE Capsule, 24 mcg may be potentially mislabeled as ARIPiprazole, Tablet, 2 mg, NDC 59148000613, Pedigree…
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