Olympia Pharmacy recalls two methylcobalamin injections due to potential contamination risks from quality control issues during compounding. Affected lots expire by December 2013 and June 2013.
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: FDA inspection findings resulted in concerns regarding quality control processes
Olympia Pharmacy recalled two methylcobalamin injections that were compounded in Orlando, Florida. The recall is due to concerns about sterility during manufacturing, which could lead to infections if used.
The FDA found quality control issues during compounding that could result in contamination. This means the injections might not be sterile, increasing the risk of infection when injected.
People who received the recalled injections from Olympia Pharmacy in Orlando, Florida between the specified expiration dates are affected. Those with medical conditions requiring injections are at higher risk.
Check for the product name 'Methylcobalamin 25 mg/ml Inj' or '5000 mcg/ml Injection' with lot numbers L3620 (expiring 12/31/13) or A3328 (expiring 6/28/13).
Verify the expiration date on the label; affected lots expire by December 31, 2013 or June 28, 2013.
The FDA found quality control issues during compounding that could result in contamination, making the injections potentially non-sterile.
Look for the product names 'Methylcobalamin 25 mg/ml Inj' or '5000 mcg/ml Injection' with lot numbers L3620 (expiring 12/31/13) or A3328 (expiring 6/28/13).
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact Olympia Pharmacy directly for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympia Pharmacy to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-757-2013 — Olympia Pharmacy Olympia Pharmacy Hello, I own a Olympia Pharmacy that is covered by recall D-757-2013 from Olympia Pharmacy. 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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