Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.
Why it was recalled
Failed Impurity/Degradation Specification; an impurity identified as N-Butyl-Benzene Sulfonamide (NBBS) was detected during impurity testing
What was recalled
Jolessa(R) (levonorgestrel/ethinyl estradiol tablets, USP) 0.15 mg/0.03 mg, 91 day regimen, Rx only, Manufactured by Barr Laboratories, Inc., Pomona, NY, manufactured for TEVA Pharmaceuticals USA, Sellersville, PA ---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-683-2013
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.