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Amethyst (Levonorgestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets USP Recalled by Teva Pharmaceuticals USA Due to Labeling: Incorrect Instructions. "TABLETS IN WEEK 4 ARE...

Date: November 20, 2017
Company: Teva Pharmaceuticals USA
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 Teva Pharmaceuticals USA directly.

Affected Products

Amethyst (Levonorgestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets USP, 90mcg/20mcg), 28 tablet dispenser (blister foil unit), Rx only, Manufactured by: Warner Chilcott Company, LLC Fajardo, Puerto Rico 00738: Distributed by: Actavis Pharma, Inc. Parsippany, NJ 07054 USA, NDC-52544-295-28

Quantity: 5,374 blister cards/28 tablets

Why Was This Recalled?

Labeling: Incorrect Instructions. "TABLETS IN WEEK 4 ARE INACTIVE" printed on the blister foil and package insert, however,all tablets are active.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Teva Pharmaceuticals USA

Teva Pharmaceuticals USA has 196 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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