Natpara Injection (Shire) – Delivery System Defect (2019)
Class I: A situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death
Class I recall indicates potential for serious health consequences.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Natpara (parathyroid hormone) for Injection, 50 mcg, 2 pack medication cartridges, Rx only, For subcutaneous use only, Manufactured for: Shire-NPS Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Lexington, MA NDC 68875-0203-02
Brand
Shire Human Genetic Therapies, Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
06628461, exp 8/31/2020 06661658, 07110136, 7164106, 07761970 exp 10/31/2020 07630717, 08689119, exp 12/31/2020 07769458, exp 4/30/2021 07983643, 08003758, exp 6/30/2021 08214790, exp 8/31/2020 NY17002DA, NY17002DB, exp 6/30/2020
Products Sold
06628461, exp 8/31/2020 06661658, 07110136, 7164106, 07761970 exp 10/31/2020 07630717, 08689119, exp 12/31/2020 07769458, exp 4/30/2021 07983643, 08003758, exp 6/30/2021 08214790, exp 8/31/2020 NY17002DA, NY17002DB, exp 6/30/2020
Shire Human Genetic Therapies, Inc. is recalling Natpara (parathyroid hormone) for Injection, 50 mcg, 2 pack medication cartridges, Rx only, For subc due to Defective Delivery System: potential risk of rubber stopper particles clogging the needle and leading to underdosing. 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: potential risk of rubber stopper particles clogging the needle and leading to underdosing
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