US Drug Recall Register
Class II · Moderate risk Terminated Initiated Feb 27, 2020 (7 years ago)

Elelyso (taliglucerase alfa) for injection, 200 units/vials,, Rx only, Distributed by…

Class II — Moderate risk. May cause temporary or reversible harm; serious harm unlikely.

Why it was recalled

Lack of Assurance of Sterility--Reports of loose metal ferrule crimps on vials for injection. The entire cap either lifted or dislodged while attempting to flip off the orange color plastic button.

What was recalled

Elelyso (taliglucerase alfa) for injection, 200 units/vials,, Rx only, Distributed by Pfizer Labs, Division of Pfizer Inc, NY, NY 10017. NDC 0069-0106-01

Recalling firm
Pfizer Inc.
NDC code
0069-0106-01
Origin
NY, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0995-2020

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.