Blood Pressure Medicine Used In New York Could Cause Harm

A recall has been issued for blood pressure medicine used in New York. It could cause harm or death to patients.

Par Pharmaceutical has issued a recall for its blood pressure medicine, according to the Food and Drug Administration. The medicine is contaminated with silicon particles. it was sold in New York and nationwide and distributed to wholesalers and hospitals between June 2022 and August 2023. Seven lots of Treprostinil for injection are at the center of the recall due to possible contamination of silicon particles in the solution.

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The 7 affected lots are listed below:

- Treprostinil Injection 20mg/20mL (1mg/mL); NDC: 42023-206-01; Lot #: 57014; Expiration date: 04/2024
- Treprostinil Injection 20mg/20mL (1mg/mL); NDC: 42023-206-01; Lot #: 56911; Expiration date: 04/2024
- Treprostinil Injection 20mg/20mL (1mg/mL); NDC: 42023-206-01; Lot #: 58528; Expiration date: 05/2024
- Treprostinil Injection 20mg/20mL (1mg/mL); NDC: 42023-206-01; Lot #: 58529; Expiration date: 05/2024
- Treprostinil Injection 20mg/20mL (1mg/mL); NDC: 42023-206-01; Lot #: 60064; Expiration date: 07/2024
- Treprostinil Injection 20mg/20mL (1mg/mL); NDC: 42023-206-01; Lot #: 60075; Expiration date: 07/2024
- Treprostinil Injection 20mg/20mL (1mg/mL); NDC: 42023-206-01; Lot #: 67939; Expiration date: 03/2025

Par Pharmaceutical issued a statement regarding the contamination, saying "Taking an injectable drug tainted with particulates could result in irritation or swelling at the injection site, or even stroke or death if the particles reach the blood vessels and move to other organs."

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So far, there have been no adverse incidents reported. Call 1-855-410-3565 Monday through Friday between 9 am and 5 pm EST for more information about the recall. To report a product complaint or adverse event please call 1-800-828-9393.