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Cipla USA Lanreotide Injection Recall for Sterility Assurance Issue (2026)

Cipla USA Inc. recalls 54,583 Lanreotide acetate injections nationwide after FDA flagged sterility assurance concerns at a contract manufacturer. The recall covers a box containing one pre-filled syringe and one safety needle. Healthcare providers and patients should stop using the product immediately and follow the company’s guidance for disposal and refunds.

Official notice

Source-backed recall notice

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Official source
FDA DRUG
Recall date
March 13, 2026
Status
ACTIVE
Severity
8/10

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
March 13, 2026
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brands
LANREOTIDE ACETATE, Cipla USA Inc.
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Unknown
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL, PREGNANT, INFANTS

What to Do Now

Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.

Immediate steps

  1. 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
  2. 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
  3. 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Drug Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
  4. 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.

Check these identifiers

Brand
LANREOTIDE ACETATE, Cipla USA Inc.
Product type
Vial/Pre-filled Syringe Injection
Model numbers
Lot, expiry: 4401666IR1, Exp 8/31/2027, 4401703IR1, Exp 9/30/2027, 4401703IR2, EXP 9/30/2027, 4401704IR1 +12 more
UPC codes
69097-870, 69097-880, 69097-890, 69097-880-67, 69097-890-67, 69097-870-67
Sold at
Unknown
Where affected
ALL

Recall Timeline

Key dates and source checks for this recall record.

  1. Recall announced

    March 13, 2026

  2. Reported by FDA DRUG

    April 15, 2026

  3. RecallRadar source check

    April 22, 2026

  4. Consumer action

    Use the official remedy and keep documentation.

Hazard Information

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Due to an FDA observation at the contract manufacturing site for deficiencies in their visual inspection procedure.

What You Should Do

Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using this product immediately. Contact Cipla USA, Inc. or your healthcare provider for guidance. Notification method: Letter

About This Product

Lanreotide acetate is a prescription somatostatin analog used to treat certain neuroendocrine tumors. The product is distributed in single-dose pre-filled syringes with a safety needle for healthcare administration.

Why This Is Dangerous

The sterility concern arises from visual inspection deficiencies at a contract manufacturing site. Contaminated injections could pose infection or other sterility-related risks to patients.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided data.

Real-World Impact

No injuries reported yet. The recall could disrupt treatment for patients who rely on Lanreotide injections. Consumers should seek medical guidance and use alternatives if available.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check NDC 69097-870-67 on product packaging.
  2. Check expiry dates on the box: Exp 8/31/2027 and Exp 9/30/2027.

Where to find product info

Recall notification letters from Cipla USA and FDA enforce reports linked above.

What timeline to expect

Refunds or replacements typically processed within weeks after compliance confirmation; CIPLA recall updates will specify timing.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Contact FDA consumer complaint coordinators
  • File a report with the manufacturer and seek consumer protection guidance

How to prevent similar issues

  • Verify sterility assurances before receiving injectable medicines
  • Trust only medications from licensed manufacturers
  • Consult prescribers about alternatives if a sterility recall affects therapy

Documentation advice

Keep all recall notices, packaging, NDC labels, lot numbers, and correspondence with Cipla USA for records.

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Product Details

Brand: Lanreotide Acetate. Manufacturer: Pharmathen International S.A., Rodopi, Greece. For: Cipla USA, Inc., Warren, NJ. NDC: 69097-870-67. Distribution: Nationwide in the USA. Quantity: 54,583 syringes. Form: 120 mg*/0.5 mL pre-filled syringe with safety needle. Lot/Expiry: Several lots with Exp 8/31/2027 and Exp 9/30/2027 among listed codes.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported in the provided data.

Key Facts

  • Exp 8/31/2027 and Exp 9/30/2027 in listed lots
  • FDA observation at contract manufacturing site for visual inspection deficiencies
  • Single-dose, boxed with 1 syringe and 1 safety needle

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERALPREGNANTINFANTSELDERLYPETS
Injury Types
POISONINGELECTRICALLACERATIONOTHER

Product Details

Model Numbers
Lot
expiry: 4401666IR1
Exp 8/31/2027
4401703IR1
Exp 9/30/2027
+15 more
UPC Codes
69097-870
69097-880
69097-890
+3 more
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
April 15, 2026
Source Agency
FDA - Drug Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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