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Nelarabine 5 mg/mL

Nelarabine · INJECTION · Zydus Pharmaceuticals USA Inc.

3 Recalls on Record
Plain English

Nelarabine is an intravenous injection used to treat certain types of leukemia and lymphoma. It works by interfering with how cancer cells produce and use nucleosides, which are building blocks needed for cancer cells to grow and divide.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Nelarabine
Generic Name
Nelarabine
NDC Code (Product)
70710-1839
Manufacturer
Zydus Pharmaceuticals USA Inc.
Strength
5 mg/mL
Dosage Form
INJECTION
Route
INTRAVENOUS
Marketing Status
Application #
ANDA215037
Drug Class
Nucleoside Metabolic Inhibitor [EPC]
Marketing Start
06/24/2022

Recall History

3 Recalls on Record
Class II02/13/2025

Zydus Pharmaceuticals (USA) Inc

Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II10/08/2012

GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.

Impurities/Degradation Products: Potential for drug related impurities to exceed the specification limits.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II02/13/2025

Zydus Pharmaceuticals (USA) Inc

Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nelarabine used for?

Nelarabine is an intravenous injection used to treat certain types of leukemia and lymphoma. It works by interfering with how cancer cells produce and use nucleosides, which are building blocks needed for cancer cells to grow and divide.

Is Nelarabine a controlled substance?

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

What is the generic name for Nelarabine?

The generic name for Nelarabine is Nelarabine. There are 5 other brand versions of Nelarabine.

What is the NDC code for Nelarabine 5 mg/mL?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Nelarabine 5 mg/mL is 70710-1839, listed by Zydus Pharmaceuticals USA Inc..

Product NDC

70710-1839

Package NDC

70710-1839-1

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