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Medium RiskFDA Drug
Medications & Supplements/Topical Products

BioDiagnostic International: Monsel's Solution Recalled for Manufacturing Deviations

Agency Publication Date: June 14, 2018
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Summary

BioDiagnostic International is recalling 1,000 boxes of Monsel's Solution (Ferric Subsulfate), 20%, because the product was not manufactured in compliance with Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) requirements. This medical drug, used to stop bleeding after minor skin procedures, was packaged as 12 single-application vials and 12 applicators per box (8 mL total per box). The recall affects all lots within their expiration dates that were manufactured for MedGyn Products, Inc. and distributed nationwide.

Risk

Failure to follow good manufacturing practices means the safety, strength, and purity of the medication cannot be guaranteed, which could lead to ineffective treatment or unexpected reactions during medical procedures.

What You Should Do

  1. Identify if you have the affected product by checking for 'Monsel's Solution (Ferric Subsulfate), 20%' packaged in 8 mL boxes containing 12 single-application vials and 12 applicators.
  2. Check the box label for 'Manufactured For: MedGyn Products, Inc.' and NDC number 42721-112-08.
  3. Verify if your product is affected by confirming it is within its marked expiration date; all such lots are included in this recall.
  4. Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance regarding the use of this product and to discuss alternative treatments.
  5. Return any unused boxes of the medication to the place of purchase or the pharmacy for a refund.
  6. Contact the manufacturer, BioDiagnostic International, at their Brea, California facility for further instructions regarding the return process.
  7. For additional questions or to report a problem, contact the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA) or visit www.fda.gov/safety/recalls.

Your Remedy Options

💰Full Refund
How to: Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance. Return any unused product to the pharmacy for a refund

Affected Products

Product: Monsel's Solution (Ferric Subsulfate), 20% (8 mL box)
Model:
NDC 42721-112-08
Recall #: D-0874-2018
Lot Numbers:
All lots within expiry

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 80277
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: BioDiagnostic International
Sold By: MedGyn Products, Inc.
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 1000 boxes
Distributed To: Nationwide

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: FDA iRES · Raw API Response

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