Class II — Moderate risk. May cause temporary or reversible harm; serious harm unlikely.
Why it was recalled
CGMP Deviations: these repackaged and redistributed products are being recalled due to a recall notice from the active pharmaceutical ingredient manufacturer for deviations from current Good Manufacturing Practices that were found during a recent FDA inspection.
What was recalled
Estradiol (17-B-Estradiol; Estra-1,3,5(10)-triene-3, 17B-diol; Oestradiol) Plant Base, Micronized, U.S.P active pharmaceutical ingredient, packaged in 1g, 5g, 25g, 6 x 25g, and 100g containers, Rx only, Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp, Gardena, CA 90248, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, Product code E1435.
Recalling firm
Spectrum Laboratory Products, Inc.
Origin
NJ, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0881-2017
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.