US Drug Recall Register
Class III · Low risk Terminated Initiated Feb 15, 2013 (14 years ago)

Jevantique (norethindrone acetate and ethinyl estradiol) tablets; 1.0 mg/5.0 mcg, 90…

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

Why it was recalled

Chemical contamination: Firm's inspection discovered the presence of 2-phenylphenol in the product due to migration from the cardboard cartons in which the product is packaged.

What was recalled

Jevantique (norethindrone acetate and ethinyl estradiol) tablets; 1.0 mg/5.0 mcg, 90 count bottle (NDC# 52544-237-19), Rx only, Manufactured by Warner Chilcott Company, LLC, Fajardo, PR 00738, Distributed by Watson Pharma, Inc. Corona, CA 92880.

Recalling firm
Warner Chilcott Company LLC
NDC code
52544-237-19
Origin
PR, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-304-2013

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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