US Drug Recall Register
Class II · Moderate risk Terminated Initiated Sep 23, 2013 (13 years ago)

Next Choice" One Dose Emergency Contraceptive

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

Why it was recalled

Failed Tablet/Capsule Specifications: Multiple complaints for push through tablet breakage.

What was recalled

Next Choice" One Dose Emergency Contraceptive (Levonorgestrel Tablet), 1.5 mg, 1 Tablet/Blister Card (NDC 52544-287-54), Manufactured by Watson Laboratories Inc, 132 Business Center Drive, Corona, CA 92880.

Recalling firm
Watson Laboratories Inc
NDC code
52544-287-54
Origin
CA, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-66360-001

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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