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FDA Drug recall · Reported December 6, 2023

VITRAKVI (larotractenib) oral solution, 20mg/mL, 100 mL bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc., Whippany, NJ 07981. NDC 50419-392-01

Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: microbial contamination identified as Penicillium brevicompactum observed during routine ongoing stability testing

Recall #
D-0145-2024
Affected scope
192 bottles
Initiated
November 6, 2023
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Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc. recalled VITRAKVI (larotractenib) oral solution, 20mg/mL, 100 mL bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for… - a critical-severity action.

VITRAKVI (larotractenib) oral solution, 20mg/mL, 100 mL bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for… was recalled by Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc. in December 6, 2023. Reason: Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: microbial contamination identified as Penicillium brevicompa…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-0145-2024 with the FDA Drug before acting.

The recall

Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc. issued this critical-severity FDA Drug recall-Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: microbial contamination identified as Penicillium brevicompa….

Critical
severity level
Class I
classification
December 6, 2023
reported

Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-0145-2024 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Drug action (record #D-0145-2024) was formally reported on December 6, 2023, with the manufacturer initiating the action on November 6, 2023. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Whippany, NJ. Federal records list the affected scope as 192 bottles.

The documented reason for this recall is: Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: microbial contamination identified as Penicillium brevicompactum observed during routine ongoing stability testing Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Product was distributed to specialty pharmacies and distributors nationwide who may have further distributed the product.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 5 from FDA Drug - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Critical

Affected scope

192 bottles

Related Recalls

6

5 from same agency

Product description

VITRAKVI (larotractenib) oral solution, 20mg/mL, 100 mL bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc., Whippany, NJ 07981. NDC 50419-392-01

Reason for recall

Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: microbial contamination identified as Penicillium brevicompactum observed during routine ongoing stability testing

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Drug recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Critical (Class I)
Status Terminated
Recall number D-0145-2024
Date reported December 6, 2023
Date initiated November 6, 2023
Recalling firm Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Firm location Whippany, NJ
Affected scope 192 bottles
Distribution Product was distributed to specialty pharmacies and distributors nationwide who may have further distributed the product.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Drug enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

  • Check the recall number (D-0145-2024) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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  • This is a Class I (high-risk) recall, stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Drug record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
VITRAKVI (larotractenib) oral solution, 20mg/mL, 100 mL bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc., Whippany, NJ 07981. NDC 50419-392-01. Recalled by Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.. Units affected: 192 bottles.
Why was this product recalled?
Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: microbial contamination identified as Penicillium brevicompactum observed during routine ongoing stability testing
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on December 6, 2023. Severity: Critical. Recall number: D-0145-2024.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Product was distributed to specialty pharmacies and distributors nationwide who may have further distributed the product..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (D-0145-2024) against your product. Visit the official FDA Drug website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Drug, reported December 6, 2023. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.