FDA Drug Recalls

Recalls / Class II

Class IID-0417-2021

Product

Linzess (linaclotide) capsules 72 mcg/capsule 30 capsules Rx Only NDC 0456-1203-30 Distributed by: Allergan USA, Inc. Irvine, CA 92612

Brand name
Linzess
Generic name
Linaclotide
Active ingredient
Linaclotide
Route
Oral
NDCs
0456-1201, 0456-1202, 0456-1203
FDA application
NDA202811
Affected lot / code info
W04411

Why it was recalled

CGMP Deviations: Intermittent exposure to temperature excursion during storage.

Recalling firm

Firm
Cardinal Health Inc.
Manufacturer
Allergan, Inc.
Notification channel
Letter
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Address
7000 Cardinal Pl, N/A, Dublin, Ohio 43017-1091

Distribution

Quantity
1529 bottles
Distribution pattern
FL, GA, SC

Timeline

Recall initiated
2021-03-15
FDA classified
2021-05-24
Posted by FDA
2021-06-02
Terminated
2024-06-17
Status
Terminated

Source: openFDA Drug Enforcement endpoint. Recall record D-0417-2021. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.