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LGM Pharma LLC: Thyroid Powder Recalled for Inconsistent Active Ingredient Levels

Agency Publication Date: December 12, 2018
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Summary

LGM Pharma LLC is recalling approximately 1,307 kilograms of Thyroid Powder, USP (manufactured by Sichuan Friendly Pharmaceutical Co., LTD) because the powder contains inconsistent levels of the active ingredients levothyroxine and liothyronine. This thyroid hormone replacement medication, distributed in 25kg drums, was found to have manufacturing deviations that could result in patients receiving too much or too little of their prescribed hormone. No specific injuries have been reported, but the inconsistent potency poses a significant health risk to consumers relying on these medications for thyroid management.

Risk

Inconsistent levels of thyroid hormones can cause symptoms of hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) or hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). This can lead to serious metabolic, cardiovascular, and neurological complications if the dosage is significantly higher or lower than what is required for the patient.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your thyroid medication packaging or contact your pharmacist to determine if your prescription was compounded or manufactured using Thyroid Powder, USP from LGM Pharma LLC (NDC 070870-1701-1).
  2. Verify if your product matches these specific lot numbers and expiration dates: 161101 (Exp 11/2/2016), 161201 (Exp Nov 2018), 170301 (Exp Feb 2019), 170501 (Exp Apr 2019), or 170701 (Exp Jun 2019).
  3. Do not stop taking your medication without first consulting a doctor, as stopping thyroid hormone replacement suddenly can be dangerous.
  4. Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist immediately to discuss your treatment options and to determine if your medication needs to be replaced.
  5. Return any unused product to the pharmacy or place of purchase for a refund and contact LGM Pharma LLC for further instructions.
  6. For additional questions, call the FDA Consumer Complaint line at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA).

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ’ฐFull Refund

Contact healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance.

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

Affected Products

Product: Thyroid Powder, USP, 25kg/drum
Model:
NDC: 070870-1701-1
Recall #: D-0296-2019
Lot Numbers:
161101 (Exp 11/2/2016)
161201 (Exp Nov 2018)
170301 (Exp Feb 2019)
170501 (Exp Apr 2019)
170701 (Exp Jun 2019)
Date Ranges: 11/2/2016, Nov 2018, Feb 2019, Apr 2019, Jun 2019

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 81606
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: LGM Pharma LLC
Sold By: Sichuan Friendly Pharmaceutical Co., LTD.
Manufactured In: United States, China
Units Affected: 1,307 kg
Distributed To: Nationwide

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