Norgestimate and Ethinyl Estradiol (AvKARE) – Content uniformity issue (2025)
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
Norgestimate and Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets, USP, 0.18 mg/0.025 mg, 0.215 mg/0.025 mg, and 0.25 mg/0.025 mg, 3 Units, 3x28 tablets blister cards per carton, Rx only, Manufactured for AvKARE, Pulaski, TN 38478. Carton NDC: 42291-565-84; Blister NDC: 42291-565-28
Brand
AvKARE
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot # LF41138A, Exp 06/30/2027
Products Sold
Lot # LF41138A; Exp 06/30/2027
AvKARE is recalling Norgestimate and Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets, USP, 0.18 mg/0.025 mg, 0.215 mg/0.025 mg, and 0.25 mg/0. due to Failed Content Uniformity Specifications. 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
Failed Content Uniformity Specifications
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