Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. has issued a voluntary nationwide recall for a single batch of the anti-anxiety medication Xanax (alprazolam).
The recall involves Alprazolam Tablets USP C-IV 0.5 mg, in 500-count bottles, Lot No. 8082708, with an expiration date of September 2020. The lot was distributed in the U.S. between July and August 2019.
The company cited a small chance of infection to patients in the recall notice, but did not elaborate on what the foreign contaminant may be.
“Clinical impact from the foreign material, if present, is expected to be rare, but the remote risk of infection to a patient cannot be ruled out,” Mylan said.
The company urges consumers to contact a healthcare professional if they have experienced any problems that might be due to this product.
Consumers with questions can contact Mylan Customer Relations at 800.796.9526 or customer.service@mylan.com, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. EST.
