Source: US Department of Health and Human Services – 3
Summary
Company Announcement Date:
July 24, 2026
FDA Publish Date:
July 27, 2026
Product Type:
Drugs
Reason for Announcement:
Recall Reason Description
Products were found to contain particulate matter
Company Name:
American Regent, Inc.
Brand Name:
Brand Name(s)
American Regent, Inc.
Product Description:
Product Description
Papaverine Hydrochloride Injection, USP 60 mg/ 2 mL
Company Announcement
July 24, 2026 – Shirley, NY, American Regent, Inc. is conducting a nationwide voluntary recall of a single lot of Papaverine Hydrochloride Injection, USP, 60 mg/2 mL single dose vial to the consumer level. The product is being recalled due to the presence of particulate matter identified as glass and/or paraformaldehyde.
Risk Statement: The administration of an injectable product containing particulate matter may result in local irritation or swelling. The particulate matter could travel through and block blood vessels in the heart, lungs or brain which can cause stroke and even lead to death. Patients with underlying cardiovascular or pulmonary compromise may be at increased risk. To date, American Regent, Inc. has not received any reports of adverse events related to this recall.
Papaverine is a prescription medication that relaxes smooth muscles and widens blood vessels, primarily used to treat visceral spasms, poor blood circulation, and erectile dysfunction. Papaverine Hydrochloride Injection, USP, is a clear, colorless pale-yellow solution and is available in a 2 mL single-dose vial containing 30 mg/mL
Papaverine Hydrochloride Injection, USP Lot # 25202 was distributed nationwide in the United States beginning September 30, 2025. NDC, lot, expiration date and distribution dates can be found on the table below.
Product Description: Papaverine Hydrochloride Injection, USP 60 mg/2 mL Single dose vialNDC: 0517-4002-25Lot#: 25202Expiration Date: 11/30/2026Distribution Dates: 9/30/2025
American Regent, Inc. is notifying its distributors and customers by letter and is arranging for return/replacement etc. of all recalled products.
Distributors/retailers/healthcare facilities that have the product which is being recalled should stop using and return to place of purchase or discard the product.
Consumers and healthcare professionals with questions regarding this recall can contact American Regent Inc. using the below information. This product is an intravenous injection and is to be used by or under the direction of a physician. Patients that use this product which is being recalled should stop using them and contact their doctor or health care provider.
Consumers should contact their physician or healthcare provider if they have experienced any problems that may be related to taking or using this drug product.
Contact Center
Contact Information
Area of Support
American Regent, Inc. Customer Service
Phone: 800-645-1706 (8:00AM-6:00PM EST, Monday – Thursday, 8:00AM-4:00PM EST, Friday)
For detailed return/replacement/credit information
American Regent, Inc. Pharmacovigilance
Phone: 800-734-9236 Email: pv@americanregent.com
To report adverse events
American Regent, Inc. Product Quality Complaints
Phone: 888-354-4855 (9:00AM-5:00PM EST, Monday – Friday) Email: pqc@americanregent.com
For product quality complaints
American Regent, Inc. Medical Information
Phone: 888-354-4855 (9:00AM-5:00PM EST, Monday – Friday) Email: ma@americanregent.com
For medical questions
Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online, by regular mail or by fax.
This recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
American Regent, Inc. is committed to the safety of patients who rely on its products and is taking this precautionary action to protect public health.
Company Contact Information
Consumers:
(800) 645-1706
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Content current as of:
07/27/2026
Regulated Product(s)
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