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Medium RiskFDA Drug
Medications & Supplements/Prescription Drugs

Sufentanil Citrate Injection Recalled for Subpotency

Agency Publication Date: January 27, 2022
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Summary

Akorn, Inc. is recalling 31,510 ampules of Sufentanil Citrate Injection, USP 100 mcg/2 mL (50 mcg/mL). The medication was found to be subpotent during stability testing, meaning it may not contain the full amount of the active ingredient specified on the label. This prescription drug is a potent opioid analgesic used for pain management during anesthesia and surgery via intravenous or epidural injection.

Risk

Patients receiving a subpotent dose of this medication may experience inadequate pain relief during medical procedures. While no injuries have been reported, inaccurate dosing of a potent opioid poses a moderate risk in clinical settings where precise analgesic levels are required.

What You Should Do

  1. This recall affects Sufentanil Citrate Injection, USP 100 mcg/2 mL (50 mcg/mL) sold in 2 mL ampules with NDC 17478-0050-02, specifically Lot # 031489A and an expiration date of 03/31/2022.
  2. Stop using the recalled product. Contact the manufacturer, Akorn, Inc., or your distributor to arrange for the return of any remaining inventory.
  3. For additional questions or to report adverse events, call the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA) or visit www.fda.gov/safety/recalls.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ“‹Other Action
How to: Stop using the recalled product. Contact the manufacturer or your distributor to arrange return.

Affected Products

Product: Sufentanil Citrate Injection, USP 100 mcg/2 mL (50 mcg/mL)
Variants: 2 mL Ampule, Preservative Free, Rx only
Lot Numbers:
031489A (Exp 03/31/2022)
NDC:
17478-0050-02

Recall #: D-0460-2022. Total quantity: 31,510 ampules. May be habit forming.

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 89361
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: Akorn, Inc.
Sold By: Hospitals; Surgical centers; Wholesalers
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 31,510 ampules
Distributed To: Nationwide

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