PSA: FDA alerts consumers of nationwide voluntary recall of EpiPen and EpiPen Jr

[Arcadia]

"The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is alerting consumers to Meridian Medical Technologies’ voluntary recalldisclaimer icon of 13 lots of Mylan’s EpiPen and EpiPen Jr (epinephrine injection) Auto-Injector products used for emergency treatment of severe allergic reactions. This recall is due to the potential that these devices may contain a defective part that may result in the devices’ failure to activate. The recalled product was manufactured by Meridian Medical Technologies and distributed by Mylan Specialty.

While the number of reported failures is small, EpiPen products that potentially contain a defective part are being recalled because of the potential for life-threatening risk if a severe allergic reaction goes untreated. Consumers should keep and use their current EpiPens if needed until they get a replacement. Consumers should contact Mylan at 800-796-9526 or customer.service@mylan.com with any questions."

 

Lot numbers in link https://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm550170.htm

[Guest]

Thanks for the PSA - off to go compare lot numbers as soon as I'm home!

[Anne in CA]

Just when Epi Pen stuff couldn't get any worse.

[momacacia]

Karma.