Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.
Defective Container: Tube split from side seam
Tacrolimus Ointment, 0.1%, For Dermatological Use Only, Not for Ophthalmic Use, Rx Only, a) 30 g tube, NDC 68462-534-35, b) 60 g tube, NDC 68462-534-65, c) 100 g tube, NDC 68462-534-94, Manufactured for: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA, Mahwah, NJ 07430, Product of India.
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 Tablet/Capsule Specifications: Bottles shipped to the USA may contain empty capsules
Reason Failed Tablet/Capsule Specifications: Bottles shipped to the USA may contain empty capsules
Reason Presence of Foreign Tablets/Capsules: One 0.5 mg Tacrolimus capsule found in a bottle of 1 mg Tacrolimus capsules.
Reason Presence of Foreign Tablets/Capsules: Presence of one Tacrolimus 1 mg capsule co-mingled in a bottle containing and labeled as Tacrolimus 0.5 mg…
Reason Lack of Assurance of Sterility: FDA inspection revealed insanitary conditions at the facility.
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