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FDA (Drugs) recall action 91788

Akorn, Inc. recalled 86 products on 2023-06-07

The FDA (Drugs) publishes a recall like this one as 86 separate product records. They share a firm, a date and a cause; this page is all of them in one place, so the scale of the action is visible rather than spread across 86 pages.

Products
86
Announced
2023-06-07
Critical
0
Units

Why these products were recalled

CGMP Deviations: Firm went out of business and could no longer continue stability studies.

The agency’s own wording, quoted from the enforcement report.

States named across these recalls

51–75 of 86

  • HighFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    Lorazepam Injection Recalled Due to Manufacturing Control Deviations

    Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Lorazepam Injection, USP 2 mg/mL due to CGMP deviations. The firm ceased operations and could not continue required stability studies.

    Product
    Lorazepam Injection, USP 2 mg/mL vial, 1 mL vials, Rx Only, Sterile, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • HighFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    Naloxone Injection Recall Due to Manufacturing Process Deviations

    Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Naloxone Injection 0.4 mg/mL due to manufacturing process deviations. The manufacturer could not complete required stability studies.

    Product
    Naloxone Injection, USP 0.4 mg/mL, For Intravenous, Intramuscular or Subcutaneous Use, 1 mL vials, Rx only, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • HighFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    FDA Recalls IC-Green Injectable Drug: Manufacturing Deviations Prevent Stability Verification

    Akorn, Inc. recalled all lots of IC-Green injectable drug nationwide because the firm went out of business and could not complete stability studies required to verify manufacturing compliance.

    Product
    IC-Green (indocyanine green for injection, USP) 25 mg/10 mL Kit, Rx Only, Sterile, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    Levofloxacin Oral Solution Recalled Due to Manufacturing Compliance Issues

    Akorn, Inc. recalled all lots of Levofloxacin Oral Solution due to the company going out of business and being unable to continue required stability studies. Patients currently taking this medication should contact their healthcare provider.

    Product
    Levofloxacin Oral Solution, 25 mg/mL, packaged in a) 100 mL bottles, b) 200 mL bottles, and c) 480 mL bottles, Rx Only, Distributed by: Akorn, Inc., Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    Dicyclomine Hydrochloride Injectable Drug Recalled for Manufacturing Quality Deviations

    Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Dicyclomine Hydrochloride Injection USP nationwide due to Current Good Manufacturing Practice deviations. The firm went out of business and could not complete required stability studies.

    Product
    Dicyclomine Hydrochloride Injection USP, 20 mg/2 mL (10 mg/mL) ampules, 2 mL ampules, Rx Only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company, LLC., Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • HighFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    Diuril Injectable Drug Recalled Due to Manufacturing Quality Deviations

    Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Diuril (chlorothiazide sodium) Injection, 500mg/vial, distributed nationwide, due to manufacturing deviations. The manufacturer went out of business and was unable to complete required stability studies.

    Product
    Diuril (chlorothiazide sodium) Injection, 500mg/vial, Single-Dose Vial, Rx Only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company, LLC., Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • HighFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    Prednisolone Oral Solution Recalled Due to Manufacturing Standards Deviation

    Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Prednisolone Oral Solution 15 mg/5 mL due to a manufacturing standards deviation. The company discontinued required stability studies after ceasing operations.

    Product
    Prednisolone Oral Solution, USP, 15 mg/5 mL, packaged in a) 240 mL and b) 480 mL bottles, Rx Only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • HighFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    Valproic Acid Oral Solution Recalled for Manufacturing Compliance Deviation

    Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Valproic Acid Oral Solution, USP (250mg/5mL) nationwide. The recall was issued because the firm ceased operations and could not complete required stability studies as mandated by manufacturing regulations.

    Product
    Valproic Acid Oral Solution, USP, 250mg/5mL, 473 mL bottles, Rx only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    Tobramycin Inhalation Solution Recalled Due to Incomplete Stability Studies

    All lots of Tobramycin Inhalation Solution manufactured by Akorn, Inc. have been recalled nationwide due to CGMP deviations. The manufacturer was unable to complete required stability studies before ceasing operations.

    Product
    Tobramycin Inhalation Solution USP, 300 mg/5 mL, 4 single-dose ampules, Rx only, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc, Lake Forest, IL 60045. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • HighFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    Acetaminophen & Codeine Oral Solution Recalled Due to Unverified Stability

    Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Acetaminophen & Codeine Oral Solution because stability studies cannot be completed. The firm ceased operations and cannot verify the medication's potency and safety.

    Product
    Acetaminophen & Codeine Phosphate Oral Solution 120mg/12mg/5mL, packaged in a) 473mL bottles and b) 40 UD cups, Rx only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    Akorn Lidocaine Oral Solution Recalled Due to Manufacturing Compliance Deviations

    Akorn Operating Company is recalling all lots of Lidocaine Hydrochloride Oral Topical Solution 2% distributed nationally because the firm ceased operations and could not complete required stability studies.

    Product
    Lidocaine Hydrochloride Oral Topical Solution, USP (Viscous) 2%, 100mL tubes, Rx Only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • HighFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    HydrALAZINE Injection Recalled Due to Manufacturing Deviations and Unverified Stability

    Akorn, Inc. recalled all lots of HydrALAZINE HCl Injection nationwide because the manufacturer ceased operations and could no longer conduct required stability studies.

    Product
    HydrALAZINE HCl Injection, USP, 20 mg/mL, 1 mL Single Dose vials, For Intramuscular or Intravenous Use, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    Cetrorelix Acetate Injectable Recalled Due to Manufacturing Deviations

    Akorn, Inc. recalls all lots of Cetrorelix Acetate for Injection due to manufacturing process deviations. The company went out of business and could not complete required stability testing.

    Product
    Cetrorelix Acetate for Injection, 0.25 mg, , One carton contains one packaged tray which contains: 1 vial with lyophilized powder for reconstitution, 1 pre-filled syringe with diluent, 1 20-gauge needle, 1 27-gauge needle, Sterile - For subcutaneous use only, Rx Only, Manufacture
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    1 state
  • HighFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid Otic Solution Recalled Due to Manufacturing Deviations

    Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP (10 mL bottles) nationwide due to manufacturing deviations. The company ceased business and could not complete required stability studies to verify product quality.

    Product
    Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP, 10 mL bottles, Rx Only, Distributed by: Akorn, Inc., Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    Akorn Antibiotic Suspension Recalled Due to CGMP Deviations and Unverified Stability

    Akorn recalls all lots of Sulfamethoxazole & Trimethoprim Oral Suspension (200mg/40mg per 5mL) nationwide due to inability to complete required stability studies after the company ceased operations.

    Product
    Sulfamethoxazole & Trimethoprim Oral Suspension USP, 200mg/40mg per 5mL, 473 mL bottles, Cherry Flavor, Rx only, Manufactured by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • HighFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    Lactulose Solution Recall Due to Manufacturing Practice Deviations

    Akorn, Inc. has recalled all lots of Lactulose Solution, USP 30 mL Unit Dose Cups nationwide due to the company's inability to continue stability studies after ceasing operations.

    Product
    Lactulose Solution, USP (For oral or rectal administration), 30 mL Unit Dose Cups, Rx Only, Distributed by: Akorn, Inc., Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    Cimetidine HCl Oral Solution Recalled Due to Manufacturing Compliance Deviations

    Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Cimetidine HCl Oral Solution 300mg/5mL nationwide due to CGMP deviations. The firm ceased operations and could not complete required stability studies.

    Product
    Cimetidine HCl Oral Solution 300mg/5mL, 237 mL bottles, Rx Only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company, LLC., Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    XOPENEX Inhalation Solution Recalled Due to Manufacturing Compliance Issues

    Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of XOPENEX (levalbuterol HCl) inhalation solution because the company went out of business and cannot continue required stability studies. The firm's manufacturing deviations affect product safety verification.

    Product
    XOPENEX (levalbuterol HCl) Inhalation Solution Concentrate, 1.25mg/3mL, 0.5 mL unit-dose vials, Rx only, Distributed by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • HighFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    Pilocarpine Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution Recalled for Manufacturing Compliance Deviations

    The FDA has recalled all lots of Pilocarpine Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution 4% due to manufacturing process deviations. The distributor ceased operations and cannot complete required stability testing.

    Product
    Pilocarpine Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, USP 4%, 15 mL bottles, Rx Only, Sterile, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    Vitamin D Supplement Drops Recalled Due to Manufacturing Practice Violations

    Akorn, Inc. is recalling Vitamin D Supplement Drops (400 IU, Cherry Flavored, 50mL) distributed nationwide because the firm ceased operations and could not complete required stability studies.

    Product
    Vitamin D Supplement Drops, 400 IU, Cherry Flavored 50mL bottle, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • HighFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    Rifampin Capsules Recalled Due to Incomplete Stability Studies

    Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Rifampin Capsules USP 150 mg distributed nationwide due to manufacturing deviations. The company ceased business before completing required stability studies to verify the drug remains safe and effective throughout its shelf life.

    Product
    Rifampin Capsules USP, 150 mg, 30-count bottles, Rx Only, Sterile, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • HighFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    Akorn Recalls All Lots of Sodium DIURIL Injectable Due to CGMP Deviations

    Akorn Operating Company recalls all lots of Sodium DIURIL (chlorothiazide sodium) 0.5g/vial due to Current Good Manufacturing Practice deviations. The manufacturer was unable to complete required stability studies after the firm ceased operations.

    Product
    Sodium DIURIL (chlorothiazide sodium), 0.5g/vial, Single-dose vial Rx only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • HighFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    Promethazine HCl & Codeine Phosphate Oral Solution Recalled Due to Manufacturing Compliance Deviations

    Akorn Inc. is recalling all lots of Promethazine HCl & Codeine Phosphate Oral Solution nationwide because the firm went out of business and cannot complete required stability studies.

    Product
    Promethazine HCl & Codeine Phosphate Oral Solution, USP, 6.25mg/10mg per 5 mL, Rx Only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    Ropivacaine Hydrochloride Injection Recalled Due to Incomplete Stability Studies

    Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Ropivacaine Hydrochloride Injection USP 0.5% nationwide due to incomplete stability studies. The manufacturer ceased operations and could not continue required FDA testing.

    Product
    Ropivacaine Hydrochloride Injection USP, 0.5%, 150mg/30 mL (5 mg/mL), 30 mL Single-dose Vial, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Akorn Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045. ALL NDCs
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    1 state
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)··2023-06-07

    Moxifloxacin HCl Ophthalmic Solution Recalled Due to CGMP Compliance Deviation

    Moxifloxacin HCl Ophthalmic Solution 0.5% is being recalled because manufacturer Akorn, Inc. ceased operations and cannot complete required stability studies. All lots distributed nationwide in the USA and Puerto Rico are affected.

    Product
    Moxifloxacin HCl Ophthalmic Solution, USP, 0.5%, 3 mL bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045. ALL NDCs
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    1 state