Drug Recall Enforcement Report Class III voluntary initiated by West-Ward Columbus Inc, originally initiated on 09-22-2023 for the product Methotrexate Tablets, USP, 2.5 mg, 10x10 Unit-Dose Tablets per carton, Rx only, Distributed by: West-Ward Pharmaceuticals Corp., Eatontown, NJ 07724. NDC: 0054-8550-25 The product was recalled due to failed tablet/capsule specifications: tablets were observed to have an unsmooth surface with two tablets demonstrating illegible tablet identification and scoring.. The product was distributed in Ms, Oh and the recall is currently ongoing.
| Field Name |
Field Value |
| Event ID |
93223 What is the Event ID?
A numerical designation assigned by FDA to a specific recall event (used for tracking purposes). |
| Recall Number |
D-0066-2024 What is the Recall Number?
An alphanumeric designation assigned by FDA to a specific, classified recalled product (used for tracking purposes). |
| Recall Classification |
Class III - is a situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences. 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 |
MS, OH 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 |
Methotrexate Tablets, USP, 2.5 mg, 10x10 Unit-Dose Tablets per carton, Rx only, Distributed by: West-Ward Pharmaceuticals Corp., Eatontown, NJ 07724. NDC: 0054-8550-25 |
| Reason For Recall |
Failed Tablet/Capsule Specifications: Tablets were observed to have an unsmooth surface with two tablets demonstrating illegible tablet identification and scoring. What is the Reason for Recall?
Information describing how the product is defective. |
| Product Quantity |
2,673 cartons 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 |
11-01-2023 |
| Recall Initiation Date |
09-22-2023 What is the Recall Initiation Date?
The date that the firm first began notifying the public or their consignees of 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 |
West-Ward Columbus Inc |
| Code Info |
Lot, expiry: Lot AB7486B, exp Dec 2023; Lot AB8766B, exp April 2024; Lot AB9484B, exp Aug 2024 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. |
| Recalled NDC Packages |
0054-4550-25; 0054-4550-15; 0054-8550-25 |
| Status |
Ongoing |
Recalled Products
