Ascend Laboratories LLC has voluntarily recalled approximately 4,104 bottles of Cefixime Capsules 400 mg (cefixime), an antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections. The medication is being recalled because it failed specifications for impurities and degradation during testing. This means the drug may be less effective or may contain unintended substances that could lead to adverse health effects. No incidents or injuries have been reported to date.
Degraded medication may not provide the full dose of antibiotic needed to treat an infection, potentially leading to treatment failure. Impurities may also cause unexpected side effects or allergic reactions.
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Manufactured by Alken Laboratories Ltd., India; Recall #: D-0229-2022
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