Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.
Failed Impurity/Degradation Specifications
Pitavastatin Tablets, 1 mg, 90 Tablets per bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured for: AvKARE, Pulaski, TN 38478. NDC: 42291-905-90
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 Presence of foreign tablets/capsules: one Pitavastatin tablet 1mg found in bottle of Pitavastatin tablets 2mg
Reason Failed Impurity/Degradation Specifications
Reason Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications.
Reason Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications.
Reason CGMP Deviations: Intermittent exposure to temperature excursion during storage.
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