The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0889-2018·Announced 2018-07-04

Advanced Pharma Recalls Subpotent Fentanyl Citrate Prefilled Syringes

Advanced Pharma Inc. is recalling 100 prefilled syringes of fentanyl citrate because the final drug concentration is subpotent compared to the label.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classification is FDA Class II, and the rubric specifies that FDA Class II recalls with potential for significant injury or hospitalization (implied by subpotent opioid) are rated as Severe.

Plain-English summary

Advanced Pharma Inc. is recalling 100 prefilled syringes of fentanyl Citrate USP 5 mcg in 0.9% Sodium Chloride USP 0.5 mL (10 mcg per mL). The recall is due to the final drug concentration being subpotent as compared to the concentration indicated on the label.

The affected product is identified by Lot # 6/12/18 0432 149-21072S with a beyond-use date of 9/10/18. The product was distributed to one medical center in Fort Worth, TX.

Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using the affected product and contact their healthcare provider or the recalling firm for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
fentanyl Citrate USP 5 mcg in 0.9% Sodium Chloride USP 0.5 mL, 10 mcg per mL prefilled syringe, Rx only, Advanced Pharma an FDA Regulated 503B Outsourcing Facility 9265 Kirby Dr., Houston, TX 77054, NDC 15082-210-72.
Affected units
100

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 #: 6/12/18 0432 149-21072S
  • BUD 9/10/18

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.