Ventolin HFA Inhaler (GlaxoSmithKline) – Delivery System Defect (2017)
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
Ventolin HFA (albuterol sulfate) Inhalation, 90 mcg per actuation, 200 Metered Inhalations, Net Wt. 18 g inhalers, Rx only, GlaxoSmithKline, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709, NDC 0173-0682-20.
Brand
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot#: 7ZP0634, 7ZP0810, 7ZP0990, Exp. 5/18
Products Sold
Lot#: 7ZP0634, 7ZP0810, 7ZP0990, Exp. 5/18
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC is recalling Ventolin HFA (albuterol sulfate) Inhalation, 90 mcg per actuation, 200 Metered Inhalations, Net Wt. due to Defective Delivery System: Elevated number of units with out of specification results for leak rate. 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
Defective Delivery System: Elevated number of units with out of specification results for leak rate
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