Leucovorin Calcium Injection (Teva) - sterility issue (2021)
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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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Leucovorin Calcium for Injection, equivalent to leucovorin 350 mg/vial (20 mg/mL), Rx Only, FOR IM or IV Use, Sterile, Teva Parenteral Medicines, Inc., Irvine, CA NDC 0703-5145-01; ALSO LABELED UNDER: NOVAPLUS, Manufactured By: Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., North Wales, PA 19454 NDC 0703-5145-91 (Novaplus, a registered trademark of Vizient, Inc.)
Brand
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
NDC 0703-5145-01: Lot # 31325332B, exp. date 08/2021, Lot # 31325756B, exp. date 09/2021 AND NDC 0703-5145-91: Lot # 31325685B, exp. date 09/2021
Products Sold
NDC 0703-5145-01: Lot # 31325332B, exp. date 08/2021, Lot # 31325756B, exp. date 09/2021 AND NDC 0703-5145-91: Lot # 31325685B, exp. date 09/2021
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA is recalling Leucovorin Calcium for Injection, equivalent to leucovorin 350 mg/vial (20 mg/mL), Rx Only, FOR IM o due to Lack of Assurance of Sterility. 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
Lack of Assurance of Sterility
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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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