Drug Recall Enforcement Report Class II voluntary initiated by Torrent Pharma Inc, originally initiated on 07-22-2013 for the product Olanzapine Tablets, USP, 10 mg, Rx Only, 30 tablets per bottle, Mfd for: Prasco Laboratories, Mason OH, 45040, USA, Mfd by: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Indrad-382 721, Dist. Mehsana India, NDC 66993-463-30 The product was recalled due to defective container; this action is being taken as a precautionary measure due to the product being re-packaged in the u.s. using a filler material that (removes or blocks) less moisture than what is approved in the application.. The product was distributed nationwide and the recall is currently terminated.
| Field Name |
Field Value |
| Event ID |
65780 What is the Event ID?
A numerical designation assigned by FDA to a specific recall event (used for tracking purposes). |
| Recall Number |
D-830-2013 What is the Recall Number?
An alphanumeric designation assigned by FDA to a specific, classified recalled product (used for tracking purposes). |
| Recall Classification |
Class II - is a situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote What is the Recall Classification?
Numerical designation (I, II, or III) that is assigned by FDA to a particular product recall that indicates the relative degree of health hazard. For recalls pending classification, the entry will display as "Not Yet Classified". |
| Distribution Pattern |
Nationwide What is the Distribution Pattern?
General area of initial distribution such as states, countries, or territories. Note that subsequent distribution by the consignees to other parties may not be included. |
| Product Description |
Olanzapine Tablets, USP, 10 mg, Rx Only, 30 tablets per bottle, Mfd for: Prasco Laboratories, Mason OH, 45040, USA, Mfd by: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Indrad-382 721, Dist. Mehsana India, NDC 66993-463-30 |
| Reason For Recall |
Defective Container; This action is being taken as a precautionary measure due to the product being re-packaged in the U.S. using a filler material that (removes or blocks) less moisture than what is approved in the application. What is the Reason for Recall?
Information describing how the product is defective. |
| Product Quantity |
18,721 bottles Product Quantity
The amount of product subject to recall. |
| Voluntary Mandated |
Voluntary: Firm initiated Voluntary / Mandated
Designates that a recall was initiated voluntarily by a firm on its own volition or after being requested to recall by FDA. “Mandatory” designates that a recall was initiated under a mandatory (statutory) recall authority, a court order, or FDA order. |
| Report Date |
08-07-2013 |
| Recall Initiation Date |
07-22-2013 What is the Recall Initiation Date?
The date that the firm first began notifying the public or their consignees of the recall. |
| Termination Date |
01-31-2014 What is the Date Terminated?
The date that FDA terminated the recall. |
| Initial Firm Notification |
Letter Initial Firm Notification of Consignee or Public
The method(s) by which the firm initially notified the public or their consignees of a recall. |
| Product Type |
Drugs |
| Recalling Firm |
Torrent Pharma Inc |
| Code Info |
Lot #: BS392004A, Exp: 09/2014 Code Information
A list of all lot and/or serial numbers, product numbers, expiration dates, sell or use by dates, etc., which appear on the product or its labeling. |
| Status |
Terminated - A recall where FDA has determined that all reasonable efforts have been made to remove or correct the violative product in accordance with the recall strategy, and proper disposition has been made according to the degree of hazard. |
