Akorn, Inc.: Drug Recall

Recall #D-1548-2022 · 09/21/2022

Class II: Risk

Recall Details

Recall Number
D-1548-2022
Classification
Class II
Product Type
Drug
Recalling Firm
Akorn, Inc.
Status
Ongoing
Date Initiated
09/21/2022
Location
Gurnee, IL, United States
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Product Quantity
177,439 bottles

Reason for Recall

Failed impurities/degradation specifications: Finished product exceeds the 5 ppm interim limit for 1-Methyl-4-Nitrosopoperazine (MNP).

Product Description

Rifampin Capsules, USP, 300 mg, a) 30-count bottle (NDC 61748-018-30), b) 60-count bottle (NDC 61748-018-60), c) 100-count bottle (NDC 61748-018-01), Rx only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company, LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031.

Distribution Pattern

USA Nationwide and Puerto Rico

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