A recent WebMD article discussed a nationwide thyroid drug recall linked to incorrect information on the label. The drug in question is Acella Pharmaceuticals’ NP Thyroid medication intended to treat hypothyroidism. During routine testing, the affected lots were found to contain less than 90% of the two ingredients listed on the label: liothyronine and levothyroxine.
Incorrect Label Potency Leads to Thyroid Drug Recall
Acella Pharmaceuticals has recalled its thyroid medication for the third time in a year over potency issues.
May 14, 2021
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