Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.
Why it was recalled
Contraceptive tablets out of sequence: Contraceptive tablets out of sequence: Introvale (levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol tablets USP 0.15mg/0.03mg) is voluntarily being recalled due to inactive placebo tablets incorrectly placed in Week 9, and active tablets placed in Week 13 on the blister card
What was recalled
Introvale (levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol) tablets, USP, 0.15 mg/0.03 mg, packaged in 91 day regimen per unit carton, 3 Unit Cartons x 91 tablets per box, Rx only, Manufactured by Laboratorios Leon Farma S.A., Spain for Sandoz Inc., Princeton, NJ 08540, NDC 0781-5584-36
Recalling firm
Sandoz Incorporated
NDC code
0781-5584-36
Origin
CO, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-854-2013
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.