Fludeoxyglucose F 18 Injection (Lantheus) – Solvent Impurity (2017)
Class III: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences
Class III recall indicates unlikely adverse health consequences.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Fludeoxyglucose F 18 Injection, 20mCi/mL to 200 mCi/mL at EOS, 30 mL Multiple-Dose Vial, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Lantheus MI Radiopharmaceuticals, Inc., San Juan, PR --- NDC 11994-015-01
Brand
Lantheus MI Radipharmaceuticals Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot: FDG170518-01, exp 5/18/2017
Products Sold
Lot: FDG170518-01, exp 5/18/2017
Lantheus MI Radipharmaceuticals Inc. is recalling Fludeoxyglucose F 18 Injection, 20mCi/mL to 200 mCi/mL at EOS, 30 mL Multiple-Dose Vial, Rx Only, Ma due to Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications; out of specification result for Acetonitrile residual solvent. 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 Impurities/Degradation Specifications; out of specification result for Acetonitrile residual solvent
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.
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