The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0881-2022·Announced 2022-05-25

Sirolimus Oral Solution Recalled for Failed Dissolution Specifications

Apotex Corp. recalls Sirolimus Oral Solution lot RZ1598 for exceeding dissolution specifications at the 14-month timepoint. Approximately 2,353 bottles were distributed nationwide.

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 III recall with no reported illnesses or injuries. The hazard is a manufacturing quality defect (failed dissolution specifications) without documented harm, making this a precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

Apotex Corp. is recalling Sirolimus Oral Solution (1 mg/mL, 60 mL bottles) lot RZ1598 (expiration date 02/2023) due to failed dissolution specifications. During testing at the 14-month timepoint, this lot exceeded the specification limit for dissolution.

Sirolimus is a prescription immunosuppressant medication used in transplant recipients. The recall affects 2,353 bottles that were distributed nationwide in the United States.

Patients or caregivers with this medication should contact their healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance regarding this recall.

The recalled product

Product
SIROLIMUS (SIROLIMUS)
Brand
SIROLIMUS
Manufacturer
Apotex Corp.
Category
Drug
Hazard
  • dissolution-failure

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: RZ1598
  • exp. date 02/2023

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.