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Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free replacement · About 14,000 units
Recall No. 21-729 Published March 18, 2021

Evrysdi™ (risdiplam)

The bottles containing the prescription drug can leak due to a fit issue between the press-in bottle adapter and bottleneck. If the bottle is leaking, there is a risk of drug exposure by contact with skin or eyes. Prescription drugs must be in child resistant packaging that prevents children from gaining access to the contents as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA). Manufactured by Genentech and sold at Select specialty pharmacies nationwide as a prescribed medicine from August 2020 through the present. The price of the medication varies based on health insurance terms and other factors..

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Recalled prescription drug Evrysdi
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Recalled prescription drug Evrysdi

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Why it was recalled

The bottles containing the prescription drug can leak due to a fit issue between the press-in bottle adapter and bottleneck. If the bottle is leaking, there is a risk of drug exposure by contact with skin or eyes. Prescription drugs must be in child resistant packaging that prevents children from gaining access to the contents as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA).

26
Incident reports to the firm
0
Injuries reported
0
SaferProducts.gov reports

Genentech has received 26 reports of leaking bottles. No injuries have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: replace
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What to do

Consumers should immediately store Evrysdi in a safe location out of reach and sight of children. Consumers should inspect the bottle for any leaking. If it is leaking, contact Genentech for a free replacement. Consumers can continue to use as directed, as the leakage is not anticipated to impact the safety or efficacy of administered medicine. If Evrysdi gets on your skin, wash the area with soap and water. If Evrysdi gets in your eyes, rinse your eyes with water. Genentech is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerGenentech, a member of the Roche Group, of South San Francisco, Calif.
UnitsAbout 14,000
Made inSwitzerland
Sold atSelect specialty pharmacies nationwide as a prescribed medicine from August 2020 through the present. The price of the medication varies based on health insurance terms and other factors.

How to reach the firm

Phone
800-334-0290
8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www
Recall page
www.Evrysdi.com

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