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Biogen MA Inc.: Tecfidera (dimethyl fumarate) Recalled for Manufacturing Deviations

Agency Publication Date: July 9, 2020
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Summary

Biogen MA Inc. is recalling one specific lot consisting of 3,922 bottles of Tecfidera (dimethyl fumarate) 240 mg delayed-release capsules, a prescription medication used to treat multiple sclerosis. This recall was initiated because the affected lot was distributed to wholesalers and distributors in Kentucky, Ohio, and Mississippi despite having been rejected during internal quality control processes. Consumers should consult their healthcare provider or pharmacist regarding this recall and to arrange for a replacement if they possess the affected medication.

Risk

The product was released to the market despite failing in-process quality controls, which means the medication may not meet required safety or efficacy standards. While no specific injuries have been reported, using medication that has bypassed quality checks poses a risk of unpredictable treatment outcomes.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your prescription bottle of Tecfidera (dimethyl fumarate) 240 mg delayed-release capsules (60-count bottle) for the following identifiers: Lot # SH0274 with an expiration date of 02/2022 and NDC 64406-006-02.
  2. If your bottle matches Lot # SH0274, contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist immediately for guidance on continuing your treatment.
  3. Return any unused portion of the affected medication to your pharmacy for a refund and to obtain a replacement from a safe, unaffected lot.
  4. Contact Biogen MA Inc. at their Research Triangle Park location at 5000 Davis Dr, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709, or visit their website for further instructions regarding this specific lot failure.
  5. For additional questions or to report a side effect, contact the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA) or visit www.fda.gov/safety/recalls.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ’ฐFull Refund

Healthcare consultation and pharmacy refund

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

Affected Products

Product: Tecfidera (dimethyl fumarate) delayed-release capsules, 240 mg (60-count bottle)
Model:
NDC 64406-006-02
Recall #: D-1381-2020
Lot Numbers:
SH0274 (Exp 2/2022)
Date Ranges: Exp 2/2022

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 85906
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: Biogen MA Inc.
Sold By: wholesalers; distributors
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 3,922 bottles
Distributed To: Kentucky, Ohio, Mississippi

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Sources: FDA iRES ยท Raw API Response

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