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Betadine Solution Swabstick Povidone-Iodine Solution USP, 10% Dist.by: Purdue Products LP. Stamford, CT 06901-3431 NDC 67618-153-01

Class I - Dangerous
💊 Drugs Recalled: October 5, 2017 Purdue Pharma Other Drugs Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lots: 62823 Exp. 12/31/18; 64304 Exp. 05/31/2019; 64711 Exp. 08/31/2019; 65915 Exp. 12/31/2019
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Purdue Pharma, LP
Reason for Recall:
Subpotent Drug: The laminate used to make the pouches was reversed such that the aluminum layer was in contact with the product causing an exothermic reaction between the free iodine and the aluminum.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Betadine Solution Swabstick Povidone-Iodine Solution USP, 10% Dist.by: Purdue Products LP. Stamford, CT 06901-3431 NDC 67618-153-01

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lots: 62823 Exp. 12/31/18; 64304 Exp. 05/31/2019; 64711 Exp. 08/31/2019; 65915 Exp. 12/31/2019

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: D-0070-2018