Genentech Recalls Nutropin AQ NuSpin 20 Due to Defective Delivery System
Genentech is recalling 10,306 syringes of Nutropin AQ NuSpin 20 because the dose knob may spin slowly, causing delayed injection delivery.
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 the issue involves a mechanical defect in the delivery system that affects the speed of injection rather than the safety or purity of the drug itself, fitting the criteria for a moderate risk.
Plain-English summary
Genentech Inc is recalling 10,306 syringes of Nutropin AQ NuSpin 20 (somatropin (rDNA origin) injection) 20 mg/2mL. The affected product is identified by Lot #936674 with an expiration date of 09/30/13. The recall is being conducted nationwide.
The recall was initiated after Genentech received complaints regarding the Nutropin AQ NuSpin 10 and 20 delivery systems. Users reported that the dose knob spun slowly and that the injection process took longer than usual, indicating slow dose delivery.
Consumers who have this specific lot of Nutropin AQ NuSpin 20 should stop using the product and contact Genentech or their healthcare provider for instructions on how to return the product or obtain a replacement.
The recalled product
- Product
- Nutropin AQ NuSpin 20 (somatropin (rDNA origin) injection} 20 mg/ 2mL Genentech, South San Francisco, CA 94080, NDC#50242-0076-01
- Manufacturer
- Genentech Inc
- Category
- Drug — Biologic / Injection
- Affected units
- 10,306
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)
- Lot# 936674 Exp. 09/30/13
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 2 recalled by Genentech 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.
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