Novarel¿ (Chorionic Gonadotropin for injection, USP), 10,000 USP FOR INTRAMUSCULAR USE ONLY Rx Only NDC 55566-1501-0 Manufactured for : Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc., Parsippany, NJ 07054 Manufactured by: DRAXIS Specialty Pharmaceuticals Inc., Quebec, Canada. NDC # 55566-1501-0 is assigned to the vial of NOVAREL and is displayed on the vial label. NDC # 55566-1501-1 is assigned to the unit of sale, which is a carton containing 1 vial of NOVAREL and 1 vial of diluent along with the insert. NDC # 55566-1501-1 is displayed on the unit of sale and is the item subject to recall.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Lot Number Expiration Date 1C264A 09/12 1H047A 12/12 1H047B 12/12 1H052A 12/12 1H052B 04/13 1H052C 04/13 1M417A 04/13 1M417B 09/13 2A012A 09/13 2A012B 11/13 2C278A 09/13 2C278B 09/13 2C278C 11/13 2C278D 11/13 2C278E 11/13
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- 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:
- Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc
- Reason for Recall:
- Labeling; incorrect or missing insert; Warnings portion of the Package Insert is missing the warning statement: Anaphylaxis has been reported with urinary-derived hCG products.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Novarel¿ (Chorionic Gonadotropin for injection, USP), 10,000 USP FOR INTRAMUSCULAR USE ONLY Rx Only NDC 55566-1501-0 Manufactured for : Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc., Parsippany, NJ 07054 Manufactured by: DRAXIS Specialty Pharmaceuticals Inc., Quebec, Canada. NDC # 55566-1501-0 is assigned to the vial of NOVAREL and is displayed on the vial label. NDC # 55566-1501-1 is assigned to the unit of sale, which is a carton containing 1 vial of NOVAREL and 1 vial of diluent along with the insert. NDC # 55566-1501-1 is displayed on the unit of sale and is the item subject to recall.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Lot Number Expiration Date 1C264A 09/12 1H047A 12/12 1H047B 12/12 1H052A 12/12 1H052B 04/13 1H052C 04/13 1M417A 04/13 1M417B 09/13 2A012A 09/13 2A012B 11/13 2C278A 09/13 2C278B 09/13 2C278C 11/13 2C278D 11/13 2C278E 11/13
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: D-073-2013
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