Pinnacle Biologics recalls Photofrin injection vials with incorrect expiration date (Nov 2:2013 listed instead of Nov 2014).
Stability Data Does Not Support Expiry: Printed expiration date should be Nov 2013 rather than Nov 2014.
Pinnacle Biologics recalled Photofrin injection vials that show an incorrect expiration date (Nov 2013 instead of Nov 2014). This could lead to the medication becoming unstable or ineffective after the listed expiration date.
The medication's stability may be compromised if used after the expiration date. This could result in the drug being ineffective or causing adverse reactions during treatment.
Prescription drug users who have Photofrin injection vials with the printed expiration date showing Nov 2013 instead of Nov 2014. Patients using this medication for photodynamic therapy are most at risk.
Check for Photofrin injection vials labeled '75 mg Single Use Flip-Top Vial, Rx Only' with an expiration date printed as Nov 2013 instead of Nov 2014. The lot number is 0M396.
Verify the printed expiration date on the vial is Nov 2013 instead of Nov 2014.
The product may be unstable if used after the expiration date, but the recall is for incorrect labeling, not immediate safety risks.
Look for Photofrin injection vials with the printed expiration date showing Nov 2013 instead of Nov 2014, lot number 0M396.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact your healthcare provider for guidance on whether to continue using the medication.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Pinnacle to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-1157-2014 — Pinnacle Pinnacle Hello, I own a Pinnacle that is covered by recall D-1157-2014 from Pinnacle. 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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