Ortho-Novum 1/35 (norethindrone/ethinyl estradiol) Tablets, 1 mg/0.035 mg, 28-Day Regimen per pou...
FDA Recall #D-0217-2019 — Class II — October 23, 2018
Product Description
Ortho-Novum 1/35 (norethindrone/ethinyl estradiol) Tablets, 1 mg/0.035 mg, 28-Day Regimen per pouch (NDC 50458-176-28), 6 Veridate Tablet Dispensers and 6 refills per carton (NDC 50458-176-06), Rx only, Manufactured by: Janssen Ortho, LLC, Manati, Puerto Rico 00674; Manufactured for: Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Titusville, New Jersey 08560.
Reason for Recall
Labeling: Incorrect Instructions; Instructions included for use with the Veridate dispenser contained instructions for the Dialpak dispenser.
Recalling Firm
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. — Titusville, NJ
Classification
Class II — May cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.
Product Type
Drugs
Product Quantity
1,777 cartons
Distribution
Nationwide in the USA
Code Information
Lot # 18BM114, Exp. 03/2020
Status
Terminated
Voluntary / Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
What Should You Do?
Stop using this medication immediately and contact your pharmacist or doctor. Do not flush medications down the drain. Return the product to the place of purchase for a refund or replacement.