Levoxyl (levothyroxine sodium) tablets, USP 88 mcg, packaged in a) 100-count bottles (NDC 60793-853-01) and b) 1000-count bottles ( NDC 60793-853-10 ) Rx only, Manufactured and Distributed by: King Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Bristol, TN 37620.
Reported: April 24, 2013 Initiated: March 28, 2013 #D-254-2013
Product Description
Levoxyl (levothyroxine sodium) tablets, USP 88 mcg, packaged in a) 100-count bottles (NDC 60793-853-01) and b) 1000-count bottles ( NDC 60793-853-10 ) Rx only, Manufactured and Distributed by: King Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Bristol, TN 37620.
Reason for Recall
Chemical contamination: emission of strong odor after package was opened..
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Pfizer Inc.
- Units Affected
- 26447 bottles
- Distribution
- Nationwide and PR
- Location
- New York, NY
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Levoxyl (levothyroxine sodium) tablets, USP 88 mcg, packaged in a) 100-count bottles (NDC 60793-853-01) and b) 1000-count bottles ( NDC 60793-853-10 ) Rx only, Manufactured and Distributed by: King Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Bristol, TN 37620.. Recalled by Pfizer Inc.. Units affected: 26447 bottles.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Chemical contamination: emission of strong odor after package was opened..
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on April 24, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-254-2013.
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