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Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA: Aprepitant Capsules Recalled for Missing Medication in Blister Packs

Agency Publication Date: December 19, 2018
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Summary

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA is recalling 5,016 blister packs of Aprepitant (generic Emend) capsules, 40 mg. This recall was initiated after customers reported that some blister packs were missing the medication capsule entirely. Without the medication, patients may miss a scheduled dose, which can lead to ineffective treatment and health complications. This drug is used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy or surgery.

Risk

A missing capsule in the blister pack results in a missed dose of medication, which can fail to prevent nausea and vomiting as intended by the healthcare provider.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your medication packaging to see if you have Aprepitant Capsules, USP 40 mg, in 1-capsule unit blister packs.
  2. Identify your product by checking the NDC number 68462-583-40 and UPC 368462583401 on the label.
  3. Examine your blister pack for Lot number 17180918 with an expiration date of June 2020.
  4. If you find that a capsule is missing from the blister pack or if your lot number matches the affected product, contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist immediately for guidance on missed doses.
  5. Return any unused or defective product to the pharmacy where it was purchased for a refund.
  6. Contact Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA at 1-888-723-3332 for further instructions regarding this recall.
  7. For additional questions, contact the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 or visit www.fda.gov/safety/recalls.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ’ฐFull Refund

Refund and guidance for prescription medication.

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

Affected Products

Product: Aprepitant Capsules, USP 40 mg (1-capsule Unit Blister Pack)
Model:
NDC 68462-583-40
UPC Codes:
368462583401
Lot Numbers:
17180918 (EXP June 2020)
Date Ranges: EXP June 2020

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 81639
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA
Sold By: pharmacies; healthcare providers
Manufactured In: India, United States
Units Affected: 5,016 blister packs
Distributed To: Nationwide
Agency Last Updated: January 7, 2019

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