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FDA Drug Moderate Class II Terminated

Fayosim (levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol) tablets USP, (0.15 mg/0.02 mg, 0.15 mg/0.025 mg, 0.15 mg/0.03 mg) and ethinyl estradiol tablets USP, (0.01 mg), packaged in 1 Extended-Cycle Wallet of 91 Tablets packed in a pouch(NDC 68180-860-11); one pouch per carton (NDC 68180-860-12), Rx only, Distributed by: Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Baltimore, Maryland 21202; Manufactured by: Lupin Limited, Pithampur (M.P.) - 454775, INDIA.

Reported: April 3, 2019 Initiated: March 22, 2019 #D-1057-2019

Product Description

Fayosim (levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol) tablets USP, (0.15 mg/0.02 mg, 0.15 mg/0.025 mg, 0.15 mg/0.03 mg) and ethinyl estradiol tablets USP, (0.01 mg), packaged in 1 Extended-Cycle Wallet of 91 Tablets packed in a pouch(NDC 68180-860-11); one pouch per carton (NDC 68180-860-12), Rx only, Distributed by: Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Baltimore, Maryland 21202; Manufactured by: Lupin Limited, Pithampur (M.P.) - 454775, INDIA.

Reason for Recall

Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Out-of-specification results observed in related substance test (Any Other Individual Impurity and Total impurities) in Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets USP 0.01mg at 12 month long term stability study.

Details

Units Affected
12,464 cartons
Distribution
Nationwide in the USA.
Location
Baltimore, MD

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Fayosim (levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol) tablets USP, (0.15 mg/0.02 mg, 0.15 mg/0.025 mg, 0.15 mg/0.03 mg) and ethinyl estradiol tablets USP, (0.01 mg), packaged in 1 Extended-Cycle Wallet of 91 Tablets packed in a pouch(NDC 68180-860-11); one pouch per carton (NDC 68180-860-12), Rx only, Distributed by: Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Baltimore, Maryland 21202; Manufactured by: Lupin Limited, Pithampur (M.P.) - 454775, INDIA.. Recalled by Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc.. Units affected: 12,464 cartons.
Why was this product recalled?
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Out-of-specification results observed in related substance test (Any Other Individual Impurity and Total impurities) in Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets USP 0.01mg at 12 month long term stability study.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on April 3, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-1057-2019.