US Drug Recall Register
Class III · Low risk Terminated Initiated Mar 12, 2013 (13 years ago)

Jolessa (levonorgestrel/ethinyl estradiol) Tablets, 0.15 mg/0.03 mg, 91-count tablets per…

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

Why it was recalled

Failed Tablet/Capsule Specifications: This recall is being carried out due to an out of specification result for appearance.

What was recalled

Jolessa (levonorgestrel/ethinyl estradiol) Tablets, 0.15 mg/0.03 mg, 91-count tablets per extended-cycle tablet dispenser packaged in 3 dispensers per carton, Rx only, Manufactured By: Barr Laboratories, Inc., Pomona, NY 10970; Manufactured For: Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Sellersville, PA 18960, NDC 0555-9123-66.

Recalling firm
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
NDC code
0555-9123-66
Origin
PA, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-246-2013

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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