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FDA Drug recall · Reported April 21, 2021

Fiasp (insulin aspart injection), 100 units/mL (U-100), One 10 mL multi-dose vial, Sample. Not for Resale, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Novo Nordisk A/S, Bagsvaerd, Denmark, NDC 0169-3201-90

Temperature Abuse: product samples were stored at temperatures below 32* F which is not in accordance with storage requirements that could cause a lack of efficacy and damage to t…

Recall #
D-0613-2021
Affected scope
N/A
Initiated
March 22, 2021
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Novo Nordisk Inc recalled Fiasp (insulin aspart injection), 100 units/mL (U-100), One 10 mL multi-dose vial, Sample… - a critical-severity action.

Fiasp (insulin aspart injection), 100 units/mL (U-100), One 10 mL multi-dose vial, Sample… was recalled by Novo Nordisk Inc in April 21, 2021. Reason: Temperature Abuse: product samples were stored at temperatures below 32* F which is not in accordance with st…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-0613-2021 with the FDA Drug before acting.

The recall

Novo Nordisk Inc issued this critical-severity FDA Drug recall-Temperature Abuse: product samples were stored at temperatures below 32* F which is not in accordance with st….

Critical
severity level
Class I
classification
April 21, 2021
reported

Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-0613-2021 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Drug action (record #D-0613-2021) was formally reported on April 21, 2021, with the manufacturer initiating the action on March 22, 2021. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. Novo Nordisk Inc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Plainsboro, NJ. Federal records list the affected scope as N/A.

The documented reason for this recall is: Temperature Abuse: product samples were stored at temperatures below 32* F which is not in accordance with storage requirements that could cause a lack of efficacy and damage to the cartridge and pen-injectors. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide in the USA. 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

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified high severity.

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Severity

Critical

Affected scope

N/A

Related Recalls

6

5 from same agency

Product description

Fiasp (insulin aspart injection), 100 units/mL (U-100), One 10 mL multi-dose vial, Sample. Not for Resale, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Novo Nordisk A/S, Bagsvaerd, Denmark, NDC 0169-3201-90

Reason for recall

Temperature Abuse: product samples were stored at temperatures below 32* F which is not in accordance with storage requirements that could cause a lack of efficacy and damage to the cartridge and pen-injectors.

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-0613-2021
Date reported April 21, 2021
Date initiated March 22, 2021
Recalling firm Novo Nordisk Inc
Firm location Plainsboro, NJ
Affected scope N/A
Distribution Nationwide in the USA

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-0613-2021) 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?
Fiasp (insulin aspart injection), 100 units/mL (U-100), One 10 mL multi-dose vial, Sample. Not for Resale, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Novo Nordisk A/S, Bagsvaerd, Denmark, NDC 0169-3201-90. Recalled by Novo Nordisk Inc. Units affected: N/A.
Why was this product recalled?
Temperature Abuse: product samples were stored at temperatures below 32* F which is not in accordance with storage requirements that could cause a lack of efficacy and damage to the cartridge and pen-injectors.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on April 21, 2021. Severity: Critical. Recall number: D-0613-2021.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide in the USA.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (D-0613-2021) 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 April 21, 2021. 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.