Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.
Labeling: Not Elsewhere Classified; A typographical error was observed in the NDC number on the preprinted Individual Folding Cartons (secondary packaging only). Incorrect NDC Number 70121-1573-1; Correct NDC Number 70121-1574-1.
Cause type: Labeling / mix-up
Wrong label, wrong strength, mixed-up products, or packaging errors. One of the most dangerous causes - you can end up taking the wrong drug or the wrong dose. All labeling / mix-up recalls.
Methylprednisolone Acetate Injectable Suspension, USP 80 mg/mL, For Intramuscular, Intrasynovial and Soft Tissue Injection Only, Not for Intravenous Use, 1 mL Single Dose Vial, Manufactured by: Amneal Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. Parenteral Unit, Ahmedabad 382213, India, Amneal Pharamceuticals LLC, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, NDC 70121-1574-01.
Compare with the code on your package — it is the most precise check available.
Drug: Methylprednisolone
From the FDA NDC directory, for the product code this recall names. Compare with the label on your package.
| Product | Strength | Form & route | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone acetate NDC 70121-1574 |
80 mg/mL | Injection, Suspension Intra-Articular|intralesional|intramuscular|soft Tissue |
Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC | Rx |
Low risk, still worth a check. Class III means the product is unlikely to cause harm but breaks an FDA rule (often labeling). If your lot matches, your pharmacy will normally swap it; there is no need for alarm. This recall is now terminated, which means the firm has finished removing the affected product; anything on pharmacy shelves today should be unaffected.
Labeling: Not Elsewhere Classified. Incorrect orientation of the blister foil applied to the blister cavities, which results in incorrect dosing information when following the directions on the foil.
Presence of Particulate Matter: Potential for black particulates in the drug product.
Failed Dissolution Specifications
Lack of sterility assurance
cGMP deviations: Temperature abuse
Defective Delivery System: Possibility of no medication in the prefilled pen.
Failed Dissolution Specifications
Superpotent Drug: Due to overfilling of drug powder
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Out-of-specification test results.
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