PlainRecalls
FDA Drug Moderate Class II Terminated

RIFAMPIN for Injection,USP, 600 mg per vial, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Hinjwadi, Pune, India Manufactured for: Heritage Pharmaceuticals Inc., Eatontown, NJ 07724 NDC 23155-340-31

Reported: March 25, 2015 Initiated: February 25, 2015 #D-0416-2015

Product Description

RIFAMPIN for Injection,USP, 600 mg per vial, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Hinjwadi, Pune, India Manufactured for: Heritage Pharmaceuticals Inc., Eatontown, NJ 07724 NDC 23155-340-31

Reason for Recall

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Firm is recalling two injectable products due to concerns with quality control processes.

Details

Units Affected
24,344 vials
Distribution
Nationwide
Location
Eatontown, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
RIFAMPIN for Injection,USP, 600 mg per vial, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Hinjwadi, Pune, India Manufactured for: Heritage Pharmaceuticals Inc., Eatontown, NJ 07724 NDC 23155-340-31. Recalled by Heritage Pharmaceuticals, Inc.. Units affected: 24,344 vials.
Why was this product recalled?
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Firm is recalling two injectable products due to concerns with quality control processes.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on March 25, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-0416-2015.