SCA Pharmaceuticals recalls Fentanyl, 250 mcg/ 5mL, Injection for IV or IM use, Rx only, SCA Pharmaceuticals, 8821 Knoedl Ct., Little Rock, AR 72205
SCA Pharmaceuticals recalls Fentanyl 250 mcg/5mL injections due to subpotency issues from stability testing. Affected lots expire by Dec 2020. Contact for details.
Lower-risk recall
Subpotency: Out-of-specification stability test result for low potency was obtained.
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What happened, in plain English
SCA Pharmaceuticals is recalling Fentanyl injections that may have lower potency than labeled. This could lead to ineffective pain relief if used as intended, though it doesn't pose an immediate safety risk. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/36663-sca-pharmaceuticals-fentanyl-injection-recall-subpotency-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/36663-sca-pharmaceuticals-fentanyl-injection-recall-subpotency-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0147-2021
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“SCA Pharmaceuticals Fentanyl Injection Recall: Subpotency Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/36663-sca-pharmaceuticals-fentanyl-injection-recall-subpotency-risk. Based on FDA recall #D-0147-2021 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0147-2021%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The injections failed stability tests showing lower potency than expected. This means the medication might not work as intended when administered, potentially requiring higher doses to achieve pain relief.
Who’s affected
Prescription users of Fentanyl injections for IV or IM use. Patients with specific medical conditions requiring precise dosing may be at slightly higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for lot numbers 1220021578 (exp 12/2/2020), 1220021732 (exp 12/9/2020), 1220022385 (exp 12/29/2020), or 1220022582 (exp 1/6/2021) on the packaging.
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What to do — step by step
Check Lot Number
Look for lot numbers 1220021578, 1220021732, 1220022385, or 1220022582 on the injection vial.
Questions people ask
Why is this product being recalled?
The injections failed stability tests showing lower potency than expected, which could lead to ineffective pain relief.
What should I do if I have this product?
Check the lot number on the vial. If it matches the recalled lots, contact your healthcare provider for guidance.
Is there a risk of serious injury from this product?
No, the recall is for potential under-dosing, not an immediate safety hazard.
Contact SCA Pharmaceuticals
We’ve drafted a message you can send SCA Pharmaceuticals to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0147-2021 — SCA Pharmaceuticals SCA Pharmaceuticals Hello, I own a SCA Pharmaceuticals that is covered by recall D-0147-2021 from SCA Pharmaceuticals. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: FDA Recall #D-0147-2021 (November 20, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0147-2021 to see it in context.
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