FDA Class II Recall: OCTREOTIDE ACETATE by Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc

Key facts

What this classification means

FDA classifies a recall as Class II when using the recalled product, or being exposed to it, may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or when the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote. In this case, the recalling firm is Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc and the affected product is described in FDA's record as: Octreotide Acetate for Injectable Suspension, for gluteal intramuscular use, 30 mg, In Single-Dose kits containing: 8-mL vial of 30 mg strength, a pre-filled syringe containing 2 mL of diluent, one vial adapter, and one sterile 1¿ 19-gauge safety injection needle, Rx only (additional items listed in FDA's full record). FDA's stated reason for the recall is: Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Quality system deficiencies identified during a routine U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) inspection at the contract manufacturer.. The recall is tracked under FDA recall number D-0519-2026 and carries a status of Ongoing as of the most recent FDA enforcement report. This classification reflects FDA's assessment of the product defect described above, not a prediction about any specific patient outcome. FDA maintains a public enforcement report database so that consumers, physicians, and purchasers can look up the exact product identifiers involved before deciding what to do.

What consumers should do

Because this recall carries FDA's middle severity classification, anyone who has this product should stop using it and follow the recalling firm's instructions, even though serious harm is considered unlikely for this classification. Specifically, check whether the product in your possession matches the description on file with FDA -- Octreotide Acetate for Injectable Suspension, for gluteal intramuscular use, 30 mg, In Single-Dose kits containing: 8-mL vial of 30 mg strength, a pre-filled syringe containing 2 mL of diluent, one vial adapter, and one sterile 1¿ 19-gauge safety injection needle, Rx only (additional items listed in FDA's full record) -- and the recall number D-0519-2026. If it matches, stop using or distributing it and contact Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc or the point of purchase for return or replacement instructions. Retailers and distributors holding affected inventory should quarantine it and follow the firm's written recall notice.

Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc’s FDA history

Argus HQ has recorded 9 total FDA actions tied to Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc: 0 warning letters, 7 recalls, 2 approval records, and 0 Form 483 inspection citations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the FDA recall number for this event?

FDA recall number D-0519-2026.

What is the current status of this recall?

Status as recorded by FDA: Ongoing.

Where can I verify this recall directly with FDA?

The verbatim FDA record is the source of truth for every recall Argus HQ tracks — always confirm against fda.gov before acting.

What was recalled and why?

Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc recalled Octreotide Acetate for Injectable Suspension, for gluteal intramuscular use, 30 mg, In Single-Dose kits containing: 8-mL vial of 30 mg strength, a pre-filled syringe containing 2 mL of diluent, one vial adapter, and one sterile 1¿ 19-gauge safety injection needle, Rx only (additional items listed in FDA's full record). FDA's record states the reason for recall as: Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Quality system deficiencies identified during a routine U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) inspection at the contract.

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