Adrucil (Teva Pharmaceuticals) – particulate matter risk (2015)
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.
This AI-generated summary is provided for general informational purposes only and is derived from publicly available recall notices. It supplements but does not replace official agency classifications or safety instructions.
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
ADRUCIL (fluorouracil injection, USP), 5 g/100 mL (50 mg/mL) glass vials, 5 x 100 ml vials per carton, manufactured by Teva Parenteral Medicines, Inc., Irvine, CA. NDC 073-3019-11 (individual vial), NDC 0703-3019-12 (carton of five).
Brand
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot # 31317857B, Exp 08/15 31317859B, Exp 12/15 31317920B, Exp 12/15 31317957B, Exp 12/15 31318136B, Exp 12/15 31318138B, Exp 12/15
Products Sold
Lot # 31317857B, Exp 08/15 31317859B, Exp 12/15 31317920B, Exp 12/15 31317957B, Exp 12/15 31318136B, Exp 12/15 31318138B, Exp 12/15
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA is recalling ADRUCIL (fluorouracil injection, USP), 5 g/100 mL (50 mg/mL) glass vials, 5 x 100 ml vials per carto due to Presence of Particulate Matter: silcone rubber and fluorouracil crystals found floating in solution. 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
Presence of Particulate Matter: silcone rubber and fluorouracil crystals found floating in solution
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