The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0018-2023·Announced 2022-11-02

Prescription pyridostigmine bromide oral solution recalled for out-of-specification preservative

VistaPharm recalls 1980 unit-dose cups of pyridostigmine bromide oral solution due to a preservative ingredient found out of specification during quality control. Lot 832400, nationwide distribution.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: This is an FDA Class II recall due to a cGMP manufacturing deviation with a preservative ingredient out of specification. The source reports no illnesses, injuries, or confirmed adverse events, making the hazard theoretical and precautionary. Class II recalls without reported harm warrant Moderate severity.

Plain-English summary

VistaPharm, Inc. is recalling Pyridostigmine Bromide Oral Solution, USP 60 mg/5 mL in unit-dose cups. The recall involves lot 832400 (expiration 08/2023) and affects 1980 cups identified by NDC 66689-406-01, distributed nationwide.

The recall was initiated due to a current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) deviation. Quality control testing found that a preservative ingredient was out of specification for assay. Preservatives are critical to maintaining product sterility and preventing microbial contamination.

Patients with questions about this medication should contact their pharmacist or healthcare provider. Patients should not discontinue their medication without consulting their physician. Healthcare providers or patients seeking more information can contact VistaPharm, Inc. or the FDA.

The recalled product

Product
PYRIDOSTIGMINE BROMIDE (PYRIDOSTIGMINE BROMIDE)
Brand
PYRIDOSTIGMINE BROMIDE
Manufacturer
VistaPharm, Inc.
Category
Drug
Hazard
  • cgmp-deviation
  • out-of-specification

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (2)

  • Lot#: 832400
  • Exp 08/2023

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.