Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate 20 mg/5 mL (West-Ward) – impurity concerns (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
Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Injection, USP, 20 mg/5 mL (4 mg/mL), 5 mL Vials (NDC 0641-6146-01), packaged in 25 x 5 mL Vials per shelf pack (NDC 0641-6146-25), Rx Only, Manufactured by WEST-WARD, Eatontown, NJ 07724 USA.
Brand
West-Ward Pharmaceuticals Corp.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot #: 106352, Exp 10/18
Products Sold
Lot #: 106352, Exp 10/18
West-Ward Pharmaceuticals Corp. is recalling Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Injection, USP, 20 mg/5 mL (4 mg/mL), 5 mL Vials (NDC 0641-6146-01), due to Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: high out of specification results for Dexamethasone adduct (related compound).. 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: high out of specification results for Dexamethasone adduct (related compound).
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