PlainRecalls
FDA Drug Moderate Class II Completed

Calcitonin Salmon (synthetic origin) Nasal Spray, 2200 USP Calcitonin Salmon Units/mL, 200 USP Calcitonin Salmon Units/spray, 3.7 mL bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by: Apotex Corp., Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M9L 1T9, NDC 60505-0823-6

Reported: May 17, 2023 Initiated: April 26, 2023 #D-0568-2023

Product Description

Calcitonin Salmon (synthetic origin) Nasal Spray, 2200 USP Calcitonin Salmon Units/mL, 200 USP Calcitonin Salmon Units/spray, 3.7 mL bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by: Apotex Corp., Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M9L 1T9, NDC 60505-0823-6

Reason for Recall

Presence of Foreign Substance: Glass splinter particle entrapped inside the pump ball seat rendered the pump inoperable.

Details

Recalling Firm
Apotex Corp.
Units Affected
82,375 bottles
Distribution
Nationwide throughout the United States
Location
Weston, FL

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Calcitonin Salmon (synthetic origin) Nasal Spray, 2200 USP Calcitonin Salmon Units/mL, 200 USP Calcitonin Salmon Units/spray, 3.7 mL bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by: Apotex Corp., Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M9L 1T9, NDC 60505-0823-6. Recalled by Apotex Corp.. Units affected: 82,375 bottles.
Why was this product recalled?
Presence of Foreign Substance: Glass splinter particle entrapped inside the pump ball seat rendered the pump inoperable.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on May 17, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-0568-2023.