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RIFAMPIN FOR INJECTION USP Recalled by Akorn, Inc. Due to Failed Impurity/Degradation Specifications: Out of Specifications result obtained...

Date: August 20, 2015
Company: Akorn, Inc.
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Drug)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Akorn, Inc. directly.

Affected Products

RIFAMPIN FOR INJECTION USP, 600 mg*/vial, Rx Only. Mfd. for: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045. NDC: 17478-151-42.

Quantity: 6861 Vials

Why Was This Recalled?

Failed Impurity/Degradation Specifications: Out of Specifications result obtained for a known impurity.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Akorn, Inc.

Akorn, Inc. has 176 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Drug). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report