Recall of Some Neurontin Capsules (July 2005)
Pfizer recently recalled certain bottles of its epilepsy drug Neurontin (gabapentin). Because of a mechanical failure during manufacture, some of these bottles may contain empty or partially filled capsules. So patients taking these capsules could be underdosed and experience seizures.
At this time, only one lot of 100 mg Neurontin capsules is known to be affected by this problem. It’s lot #15224V and it was distributed in October and November, 2004. Pfizer has contacted distributors and pharmacists about the recall. The company has also asked pharmacists to immediately contact their customers who use Neurontin.
Patients taking Neurontin should not discontinue the drug before consulting with their doctors. If they filled a prescription for the product in 100 mg strength between October 1, 2004 and March 15, 2005 and they’re concerned that any unused capsules may be part of the recalled lot, they should contact their pharmacist. Consumers can contact Pfizer Medical Information at 1-800-438-1985 if they have questions about the recall.
Additional Information:
FDA MedWatch Safety Alert 2005 – Neurontin (gabapentin).
http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/SAFETY/2005/safety05.htm#Neurontin
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