Sun Pharma initiates recall of Febuxostat for gout in US
Pharmaceutical Technology
MARCH 11, 2024
Sun Pharma has announced a recall of 55,000 bottles of Febuxostat, a medication used to treat gout, from the US market
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Another recall: does Philips have a quality control problem?
Pharmaceutical Technology
FEBRUARY 9, 2024
Philips' has recalled a number of high profile medical devices in recent years, shaking investor confidence.
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Pfizer’s Hospira issues recall after glass particles found in injectables
Pharmaceutical Technology
OCTOBER 4, 2023
The voluntary recall issued by Hospira will affect three different injectables following the potential presence of glass particles.
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Novartis recalls Sandimmune oral solution over crystallisation issues
Pharmaceutical Technology
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
Novartis has announced a voluntary recall of two lots of its 100mg/mL Sandimmune Oral Solution over crystallisation issues.
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Lupin recalls pregnancy prevention drug Tydemy
Pharmaceutical Technology
JULY 31, 2023
Lupin Pharmaceuticals has announced the voluntary recall of two lots of the pregnancy prevention drug Tydemy
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Novartis recalls Sandimmune oral solution due to crystal formation
Pharmaceutical Technology
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Novartis has announced a voluntary recall of one lot of Sandimmune Oral Solution in the US due to crystal formation observed in some bottles.
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UK MHRA recalls batches of eye gels due to microbial contamination
Pharmaceutical Technology
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
The UK MHRA has issued a recall of batches of carbomer-containing lubricating eye gels due to potential microbial contamination.
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Pfizer's Hospira recall spree bleeds into 2024 with product pulls for multiple hospital drugs in shortage
Fierce Pharma
DECEMBER 27, 2023
After a year plagued by recalls, Pfizer’s sterile injectables unit Hospira seems no closer to righting the ship over its glass-contamination woes. After a year plagued by recalls, Pfizer’s sterile injectables unit Hospira seems no closer to righting the ship over its glass-contamination woes.
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Generics maker VistaPharm recalls ulcer med on bacteria contamination fears
Fierce Pharma
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023
Drugs tainted with impurities ranging from bacteria and particulates to likely cancer agents have triggered multiple FDA recalls in recent years. Drugs tainted with impurities ranging from bacteria and particulates to likely cancer agents have triggered multiple FDA recalls in recent years.
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Ten organisations including medical devices industry demand recall of New Drugs, Medical Devices & Cosmetics Bill
AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog
AUGUST 10, 2023
Ten collective stakeholders of Indian healthcare industry, including the industry associations of medical devices manufacturers, patient interest group, and healthcare providers, have jointly demanded to the Union health minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya to recall the New Drugs, Medical Devices & Cosmetics Bill, 2023 that is listed to be tabled in (..)
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Are Voluntary Food Recalls Truly Voluntary?
XTalks
APRIL 4, 2022
Last week, Hormel Foods announced a voluntary food recall of 9,353 cases (or about 60,000 jars) of Skippy peanut butter over concerns that a “limited number” could contain stainless steel fragments from an errant piece of manufacturing equipment. It does not imply that the recalling business had a choice.
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Recalls and Shutdowns Worsen Drug Shortage Crisis
BioSpace
AUGUST 29, 2023
Lupin Pharmaceuticals' recall of Tydemy birth control is the latest in a string of problems with India-based generic drug manufacturers.
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GSK amends commercial deal with Scynexis as antifungal recall drags into 2024
Fierce Pharma
JANUARY 3, 2024
When GSK laid out $90 million upfront to acquire rights to Scynexis’ antifungal Brexafemme last spring, the British pharma threw a lifeline to a company whose blockbuster launch ambitions had hit t | GSK has downgraded a licensing deal for Scynexis' antifungal ibrexafungerp following an ongoing recall of the drug's approved form, Brexafemme. (..)
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Hundreds of ready-to-eat foods are recalled over possible listeria contamination
NPR Health - Shots
FEBRUARY 6, 2023
The foods are sold under dozens of different brand names, but all recalled products say Fresh Creative Cuisine on the bottom of the label. The recall affects items sold in nine East Coast states. Image credit: Sarah Silbiger/Getty Images)
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Quidel Triage Cardiac Panels Recalled Over Inaccurate Negative Results
XTalks
JULY 25, 2023
QuidelOrtho) recently issued a recall for its Quidel Triage Cardiac Panels, citing a potential risk of false negative troponin results. QuidelOrtho took action on May 25, 2023, by issuing an Urgent Product Correction Notification to customers, recalling specific lots of the Quidel Triage Cardiac Panel. Quidel Cardiovascular Inc.
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'Where's the patient?': Experts question FDA's device recall guidance
Bio Pharma Dive
APRIL 6, 2022
While the guidance encouraged the use of electronic communications in recalls — a change experts have advocated for — some questioned why the agency did not address more problems with the system.
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The CDC is investigating recalled eyedrops after infections cause death and blindness
NPR Health - Shots
MARCH 22, 2023
The strain has been linked to recalled eyedrops like EzriCare Artificial Tears. Infections from drug-resistant bacteria have caused death and illness in 68 patients across the U.S., the CDC says. Image credit: Janice Haney Carr/AP)
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Trader Joe’s Recall 2023: Multiple Products Under the Microscope
XTalks
AUGUST 4, 2023
The Trader Joe’s recall situation has garnered significant attention in the past week, as the popular retail chain declared three different product recalls during the last week of July. The Trader Joe’s recall has raised some eyebrows, with food safety experts calling it a serious concern.
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Specialty injectables maker Exela issues recall after particles turn up in 3 different drugs
Fierce Pharma
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Rogue particles turning up in drugs has caused a plethora of recalls in recent years, most recently affecting pharma giants Pfizer and GSK.
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Medtronic Expands Two Insulin Pump Recalls, Including One Over Cybersecurity Concerns
XTalks
OCTOBER 8, 2021
Medtronic has expanded a Class I recall of remote controllers used with the MiniMed 508 insulin pump or the MiniMed Paradigm family of insulin pumps over potential cybersecurity risks. The medtech giant has also expanded another Class I recall of the retainer rings on its 600 series insulin pumps.
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Johnson & Johnson Recalls Sunscreen Because of Benzene Traces
NY Times
JULY 14, 2021
The company said it had determined that daily exposure to five Neutrogena and Aveeno sprays would not cause adverse health effects, but recalled the products out of an abundance of caution.
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Ferrero Recalls Select Kinder Chocolates Before Easter
XTalks
APRIL 12, 2022
the owner of Kinder Chocolate, Nutella and Tic Tacs, among other brands, is voluntarily recalling its Kinder Happy Moments Chocolate Assortment and Kinder Mix Chocolate Treats basket, due to possible Salmonella contamination. Related: Are Voluntary Food Recalls Truly Voluntary? Ferrero U.S.A.,
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BD Announced Voluntary Recall for Intraosseous Products
XTalks
JUNE 28, 2022
Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD), a pioneer in medical technology, has issued a voluntary recall notice for a trio of their intraosseous access products. Reasons for BD’s Recall on Intraosseous Products. Outcomes of the Recall. BD has warned that continuing to use its recalled products may result in needlestick injuries.
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Nearly 350,000 Medtronic Defibrillators Recalled
XTalks
JULY 19, 2023
The company has issued a recall for approximately 350,000 ICDs and CRT-Ds that were manufactured post-July 2017. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has classified this as a Class I recall , the agency’s most serious level of recall.
Agnelli family invests €2.6bn in Philips despite recall woes
pharmaphorum
AUGUST 15, 2023
Agnelli family invests €2.6bn in Philips despite recall woes Phil.Taylor Tue, 15/08/2023 - 10:37 Bookmark this
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Family Dollar recalls Colgate products that were improperly stored
NPR Health - Shots
SEPTEMBER 20, 2022
Family Dollar says it is not aware of any complaints from customers nor any reports of illnesses related to the recall. Image credit: Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
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The maker of Enfamil recalls 145,000 cans of infant formula over bacteria risks
NPR Health - Shots
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
Reckitt says despite contamination fears, the recalled formula tested negative for Cronobacter, which can cause rare but deadly infections in infants. Here's how to identify and prevent them. Image credit: U.S. Food and Drug Administration)
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Target recalls weighted blankets after reports of 2 girls suffocating under one
NPR Health - Shots
DECEMBER 23, 2022
Consumer Product Safety Commission is recalling about 204,000 of the children's weighted blankets, which were being exclusively sold at Target. Image credit: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commssion )
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TraceLink Introduces Digital Recalls Solution
Pharmaceutical Commerce
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
New E2E workflow orchestration service is expected to simplify the processes of health systems and retail pharmacies while also reducing the risk of recalled items reaching patients.
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New ‘Prosthetic’ Hacks The Brain to Recall Specific Memories
AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Neuroscientists have ‘hacked’ the brain’s memory pathways with a new prosthetic system that could help improve the recollection of specific memories.
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2 more eyedrop brands are recalled due to risks of injury and vision problems
NPR Health - Shots
MARCH 8, 2023
The FDA posted recall notices for certain eyedrops distributed by Pharmedica and Apotex, including an over-the-counter product, Purely Soothing 15% MSM Drops, "that could result in blindness." Image credit: Manuel Balce Ceneta/AP)
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General Mills issues flour recall due to Salmonella concerns
Medical Xpress
MAY 1, 2023
General Mills has recalled four varieties of its Gold Medal flour because of concerns over potential contamination with Salmonella.
Here’s What You Need to Know About Coca-Cola’s Recall
XTalks
DECEMBER 20, 2021
Last Friday, The Coca-Cola Company issued a recall of some of its beverages because the affected products may contain pieces of metal bolts, washers or other foreign objects. Here’s everything you need to know about the Coca-Cola recall. While recalls tend to address E.
Delaware's Marlex Pharmaceuticals recalls 2 batches of heart failure drug after labeling mix-up
Fierce Pharma
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
Marlex Pharmaceuticals of New Castle, Delaware, is recalling two lots of digoxin tablets at the 0.125-mg and 0.25-mg When it comes to heart failure medication, a labeling mix-up can have dire consequences. mg dose, and vice versa.
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Mars Recalls Select Skittles, Starbust and Life Saver Gummies over Possible Metal Contamination
XTalks
MAY 19, 2022
Mars Wrigley announced a voluntary recall of various candy products after consumers reported thin metal strands in the candy itself or loose in the bag. The products, which were recalled in the US, include Starburst, Skittles and Life Savers gummies. The Mars recall impacted 13 product stock keeping units (SKUs) ranging from 3.5-ounce
FDA Announces Recall of Over Half a Million Mighty Bliss Electric Heating Pads
XTalks
NOVEMBER 1, 2022
Over half a million Mighty Bliss Electric Heating Pads distributed by Whele LLC (which also operates under the name Perch) are being voluntarily recalled by the company after several different safety concerns were reported to the company. Recall of the Mighty Bliss Electric Heating Pads .
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After shutting down, Akorn recalls its 70-plus products nationwide
Fierce Pharma
APRIL 26, 2023
After shutting down, Akorn recalls its 70-plus products nationwide zbecker Wed, 04/26/2023 - 16:06
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‘A constant information lag’: The troubled recall of Philips CPAP machines underscores flaws in device oversight
STAT News
DECEMBER 1, 2022
The ongoing recall of millions of breathing devices made by Philips has been botched and belabored at nearly every turn: It took more than a decade after users first reported the soundproofing foam in their CPAP and BPAP machines breaking down for Philips to issue a recall.
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Hepatitis outbreak spurs recall of frozen strawberries sold at Costco, Trader Joe's, Aldi
Medical Xpress
MARCH 20, 2023
Frozen organic strawberries packaged under a variety of names and sold at stores including Costco, Trader Joe's and Aldi have been recalled as part of a hepatitis A outbreak investigation.
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EzriCare Eye Drops Recall: Unveiling a Nationwide Health Crisis
Roots Analysis
NOVEMBER 11, 2023
Explaining The Recall of EzriCare Did you know that CDC issued a recall for EzriCare’s Artificial Teas? Background Behind EzriCare’s Recall Currently, there have been 81 reported adverse events across 18 states, encompassing eye infections, permanent vision loss, and, regrettably, fatalities.
Florida ice cream company Big Olaf recalls its products following a listeria outbreak
NPR Health - Shots
JULY 16, 2022
An outbreak in Big Olaf ice cream products that has sickened nearly two dozen people in 10 states forced the brand to recall all of its flavors and products, the Food and Drug Administration says. Image credit: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
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Particulates, label issues prompt separate recalls for Pfizer's Hospira and Accord
Fierce Pharma
JANUARY 4, 2023
Particulates, label issues prompt separate recalls for Pfizer's Hospira and Accord. Wed, 01/04/2023 - 11:35.
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Gerber baby formula recalled due to bacteria concerns
Medical Xpress
MARCH 20, 2023
which makes Gerber Good Start SootheProTM Powdered Infant Formula, has recalled the product over concerns about contamination with a potentially dangerous bacteria. Perrigo Co.,
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Chantix Recall: Pfizer Expands Withdrawal of Smoking Cessation Drug Over Carcinogen Concerns
XTalks
JULY 22, 2021
Pfizer is recalling three more lots of its smoking cessation drug Chantix (varenicline) after having issued a voluntary recall of the drug earlier this month due to carcinogen concerns, bringing the total number of affected lots to 12. Pfizer said the Chantix recall includes two 0.5 mg and 1 mg doses.
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