FDA Drug Recalls

Recalls / Class III

Class IIID-1035-2020

Product

PrediniSONE Tablets, USP 5 mg, 48-count bottle, Rx only, Distributed by: Par Pharmaceutical Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977, NDC 0603-5337-31

Brand name
Prednisone
Generic name
Prednisone
Active ingredient
Prednisone
Route
Oral
NDCs
0603-5335, 0603-5336, 0603-5337, 0603-5338, 0603-5339
FDA application
ANDA040584
Affected lot / code info
Lot #: 8672518, Exp 12/21

Why it was recalled

Labeling: Incorrect or Missing Exp Date - An incorrect expiration date has been identified on Prednisone Tablets USP 5 mg

Recalling firm

Firm
Par Pharmaceutical Inc.
Manufacturer
Endo USA, Inc.
Notification channel
Letter
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Address
1 Ram Ridge Rd, Chestnut Ridge, New York 10977-6714

Distribution

Quantity
13008 bottles
Distribution pattern
U.S.A. Nationwide

Timeline

Recall initiated
2020-03-04
FDA classified
2020-03-18
Posted by FDA
2020-03-25
Terminated
2021-04-09
Status
Terminated

Source: openFDA Drug Enforcement endpoint. Recall record D-1035-2020. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.