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VPRIV¿ (velaglucerase alfa for injection) , Lyophilized Powder, 400 Units/vial, Rx Only. Shire Human Genetic Therapies, Inc. 300 Shire Way, Lexington, MA 02421. NDC: 54092-701-04.

Class I - Dangerous
💊 Drugs Recalled: March 14, 2014 Shire Human Genetic Therapies Prescription Drugs Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    US: Lot #: FEW13-001, FEW13-002, FED13-006; Expiry: 10/15. Mexico: Lot #: FED 013-010; Expiry: 10/15. Columbia: Lot #: FED 013-011; Expiry: 10/15.
  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:
Shire Human Genetic Therapies, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
Presence of Particulate Matter; Particulates identified as stainless steel and barium sulfate.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

VPRIV¿ (velaglucerase alfa for injection) , Lyophilized Powder, 400 Units/vial, Rx Only. Shire Human Genetic Therapies, Inc. 300 Shire Way, Lexington, MA 02421. NDC: 54092-701-04.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

US: Lot #: FEW13-001, FEW13-002, FED13-006; Expiry: 10/15. Mexico: Lot #: FED 013-010; Expiry: 10/15. Columbia: Lot #: FED 013-011; Expiry: 10/15.

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: D-1251-2014

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