Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.
Subpotent Drug; Ethinyl Estradiol
Gildess 24 FE 1.5/30 (norethindrone acetate, 1 mg and ethinyl estradiol tablets, 0.02 mg, USP and ferrous fumarate tablets, USP 75 mg), 28 count, (a) 3 blisters (NDC 0603-7610-49), and (b) 6 blisters (NDC 0603-7610-17), Rx only, Manufactured in Canada By: Patheon, Inc., Ontario, Canada L5N 7K9, Manufactured for QUALITEST PHARMACEUTICALS, USA, Huntsville, AL 35811
What should you do? A recall doesn't always mean your specific bottle is affected - it often applies to certain lots only. Check the lot number on your package against the FDA notice, and talk to your pharmacist before stopping any medication.
Reason Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: This recall is being initiated due to out-of-specification results total impurities.
Reason Defective Container; packets were found to be either empty or partially full.
Reason Presence of Foreign substance - potential presence of metal particulate matter
Reason Presence of Foreign substance - potential presence of metal particulate matter
Reason Presence of Foreign substance - potential presence of metal particulate matter
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