Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: out of specification impurity test results.
Mircette (desogestrel/ethinyl estradiol and ethinyl estradiol) Tablets 0.15 mg/0.02 mg and 0.01 mg, 6 Cyclic dispensers X 28 tablets, Rx only Teva Pharmaceuticals, USA, Sellersville, PA. NDC 51285-114-58
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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