Foradil Aerolizer (formoterol fumarate inhalation powder) 12 mcg per capsule, 12 Capsules (Blister strips of 6) per pack. For inhalation use only, Rx only, Manufactured for: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., a subsidiary of MERCK & CO., INC. Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889. Manufactured by: Novartis Pharma AG Basle,Via Serafino Balestra 31 Locarno, Switzerland.
Reported: June 24, 2015 Initiated: May 22, 2015 #D-1137-2015
Product Description
Foradil Aerolizer (formoterol fumarate inhalation powder) 12 mcg per capsule, 12 Capsules (Blister strips of 6) per pack. For inhalation use only, Rx only, Manufactured for: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., a subsidiary of MERCK & CO., INC. Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889. Manufactured by: Novartis Pharma AG Basle,Via Serafino Balestra 31 Locarno, Switzerland.
Reason for Recall
Failed Stability Specification: out of specification result obtained for the Particle Size Distribution test during stability testing.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp.
- Units Affected
- 19,658 packs
- Distribution
- NJ via 1 distributor
- Location
- Suffern, NY
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Foradil Aerolizer (formoterol fumarate inhalation powder) 12 mcg per capsule, 12 Capsules (Blister strips of 6) per pack. For inhalation use only, Rx only, Manufactured for: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., a subsidiary of MERCK & CO., INC. Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889. Manufactured by: Novartis Pharma AG Basle,Via Serafino Balestra 31 Locarno, Switzerland.. Recalled by Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp.. Units affected: 19,658 packs.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Failed Stability Specification: out of specification result obtained for the Particle Size Distribution test during stability testing.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on June 24, 2015. Severity: Low. Recall number: D-1137-2015.
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