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Class II · Moderate risk Terminated Initiated Apr 28, 2014 (12 years ago)

TEV-TROPIN [somatropin (rDNA origin) for injection] 5 mg (15 IU) 1-count bottle, Rx Only…

Class II — Moderate risk. May cause temporary or reversible harm; serious harm unlikely.

Why it was recalled

Chemical Contamination: TEV-TROPIN [somatropin (rDNA origin) for injection] may contain silicone oil due to leakage of a leaking line during the freeze-drying process.

What was recalled

TEV-TROPIN [somatropin (rDNA origin) for injection] 5 mg (15 IU) 1-count bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured in Israel, Distributed by: Gate Pharmaceuticals div. of Teva Pharmaceuticals USA Sellersville,PA 18960. NDC 57844-713-46

Recalling firm
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc
NDC code
57844-713-46
Origin
NJ, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-1385-2014

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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