Artesunate for Injection (AMIVAS) – Sterility Concern (2021)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Artesunate for Injection, 110 mg/vial, packaged in a) 2x2 pack containing 2 Single-dose vials artesunate (73607-001-01) and 2 vials sterile diluent (NDC 73607-001-02) per carton (NDC 73607-001-11); 4x4 pack containing 4 Single-dose vials artesunate (73607-001-01) and 4 vials sterile diluent (NDC 73607-001-02) per carton (NDC 73607-001-10), Rx only, Mfg for: Amivas, LLC, 1209 Orange St., Wilmington, Delaware 19801.
Brand
AMIVAS (US), LLC
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Manufacturer Lot Numbers: AR479E01, exp. date 11/03/2022, AR479E02, exp. date 11/09/2022, AR479E03, exp. date 11/16/2022, Cardinal Health Packaging Solutions Lot Numbers: 7507001 and 7508001
Products Sold
Manufacturer Lot Numbers: AR479E01, exp. date 11/03/2022; AR479E02, exp. date 11/09/2022; AR479E03, exp. date 11/16/2022; Cardinal Health Packaging Solutions Lot Numbers: 7507001 and 7508001
AMIVAS (US), LLC is recalling Artesunate for Injection, 110 mg/vial, packaged in a) 2x2 pack containing 2 Single-dose vials artesu due to Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Air filter failed post integrity test leading to a lack of sterility assurance.. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA drug enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Air filter failed post integrity test leading to a lack of sterility assurance.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm, their healthcare provider, or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 7, 2026