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DEXAMETHASONE 4 mg/1

DEXAMETHASONE · TABLET · Direct Rx

10 Recalls on RecordCurrently in Shortage
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DEXAMETHASONE is a tablet containing dexamethasone at 4 mg/1, taken oral. Manufactured by Direct Rx.

Key Facts

Brand Name
DEXAMETHASONE
Generic Name
DEXAMETHASONE
NDC Code (Product)
72189-254
Manufacturer
Direct Rx
Strength
4 mg/1
Dosage Form
TABLET
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #
ANDA084612
Drug Class
Corticosteroid [EPC]
Marketing Start
09/20/2021

Recall History

10 Recalls on Record
Class II05/28/2013

Main Street Family Pharmacy, LLC

The firm received seven reports of adverse reactions in the form of skin abscesses potentially linked to compounded preservative-free methylprednisolone 80mg/ml 10 ml vials.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II05/28/2013

Main Street Family Pharmacy, LLC

The firm received seven reports of adverse reactions in the form of skin abscesses potentially linked to compounded preservative-free methylprednisolone 80mg/ml 10 ml vials.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II04/10/2013

FVS Holdings, Inc. dba. Green Valley Drugs

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: all sterile products compounded, repackaged, and distributed by this compounding pharmacy due to lack of sterility assurance and concerns associated with the quality control processes.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class III11/06/2017

West-Ward Pharmaceuticals Corp.

Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: high out of specification results for Dexamethasone adduct (related compound).

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class III10/17/2019

Sandoz Inc

Labeling: Incorrect or missing package insert.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II05/23/2024

Eugia US LLC

Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: impurity sulfonic acid adduct of dexamethasone phosphate results were above spec.

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II09/12/2015

US Compounding Inc

Lack of Assurance of Sterility; The firm is recalling all sterile preparations that are within expiry due to deficient practices which may have an impact on sterility assurance.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II04/10/2013

FVS Holdings, Inc. dba. Green Valley Drugs

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: all sterile products compounded, repackaged, and distributed by this compounding pharmacy due to lack of sterility assurance and concerns associated with the quality control processes.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II12/06/2021

Edge Pharma, LLC

Lack of Assurance of Sterility

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II05/28/2013

Main Street Family Pharmacy, LLC

The firm received seven reports of adverse reactions in the form of skin abscesses potentially linked to compounded preservative-free methylprednisolone 80mg/ml 10 ml vials.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

off label use22,619 reports
fatigue17,242 reports
diarrhoea17,161 reports
nausea14,219 reports
plasma cell myeloma14,094 reports
pneumonia13,822 reports
death13,347 reports
drug ineffective13,076 reports
neutropenia11,688 reports
pyrexia11,301 reports

Frequently Asked Questions

What is DEXAMETHASONE used for?

DEXAMETHASONE contains DEXAMETHASONE. It is a tablet taken oral. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is DEXAMETHASONE a controlled substance?

DEXAMETHASONE is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for DEXAMETHASONE?

The generic name for DEXAMETHASONE is DEXAMETHASONE. There are 10 other brand versions of DEXAMETHASONE.

What is the NDC code for DEXAMETHASONE 4 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for DEXAMETHASONE 4 mg/1 is 72189-254, listed by Direct Rx.