The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-258-2013·Announced 2013-04-24

Pfizer Recalls Levoxyl Tablets Due to Chemical Odor Contamination

Pfizer is recalling specific lots of Levoxyl tablets because they emit a strong odor after the package is opened.

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 hazard involves chemical contamination (strong odor) without reported injuries or illnesses, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.

Plain-English summary

Pfizer Inc. is recalling 7,901 bottles of Levoxyl (levothyroxine sodium) tablets, USP 137 mcg. The affected products are packaged in 100-count bottles (NDC 60793-857-01) and 1,000-count bottles (NDC 60793-857-10). The recall covers Lot # 67013B and Lot # 66900B, both with an expiration date of 01/14.

The recall was initiated due to chemical contamination, specifically the emission of a strong odor after the package was opened. The affected products were distributed nationwide and in Puerto Rico.

Consumers who have these specific lots of Levoxyl should stop using the medication and contact their healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance. The products were manufactured and distributed by King Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

The recalled product

Product
LEVOXYL (LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM)
Brand
LEVOXYL
Manufacturer
Pfizer Inc.
Category
Drug — Thyroid Hormone
Hazard
Affected units
7,901

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 (3)

  • Lot # a) 67013B
  • Exp. 01/14
  • b) 66900B

UPCs (11)

  • 0360793856018
  • 0360793850016
  • 0360793852010
  • 0360793851013
  • 0360793857015
  • 0360793853017
  • 0360793854014
  • 0360793858012
  • 0360793855011
  • 0360793859019
  • 0360793860015

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 11 recalled by Pfizer 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 11 products in this recall →

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