The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0814-2017·Announced 2017-05-31

Advanced Pharma Recalls Midazolam HCl for Potential Latex Content

Advanced Pharma Inc. is recalling all lots of Midazolam HCl because the product may contain synthetic or natural latex.

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: The recall is classified as FDA Class II and involves a labeling error regarding potential latex content, which fits the criteria for moderate severity involving minor labeling errors or low-risk contamination.

Plain-English summary

Advanced Pharma Inc. has initiated a recall of Midazolam HCl in all strengths, dosage forms, and packaging. The recall covers all lots of the prescription-only medication distributed nationwide in the United States.

The reason for the recall is a labeling issue where the product may contain synthetic latex and/or natural latex. This classification is identified as 'Not Elsewhere Classified' by the FDA.

Consumers and healthcare providers should discontinue use of the recalled product and contact their healthcare provider for alternative treatment options. The recall is classified as FDA Class II.

The recalled product

Product
Midazolam HCl all strengths, all dosage forms and all packaging, Rx Only, Avella of Houston, Houston, TX 77054

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 (1)

  • all lots

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 60 recalled by Advanced Pharma Inc. under a single FDA (Drugs) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 60 products in this recall →