Actavis Fentanyl Patch Recall Lawsuit

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Fentanyl transdermal system CII patches, manufactured by Actavis, has been linked to serious, life-threatening side effects that include accidental overdoses and death.

The Fentanyl transdermal system CII patches are intended for severe and chronic pain management that cannot be controlled by less powerful drugs. Actavis South Atlantic LLC is voluntarily recalling from wholesalers and pharmacies of all lots of Fentanyl transdermal system CII patches sold in the United States.

2/17/2008 - FDA Recall: Actavis Recalls Certain Fentanyl Patches in the US as Precaution

3/03/2008 - FDA Recall: Actavis Recalls Remaining Fentanyl Patches in the US as Precaution

What You Can Do & How We Can Help

The Schmidt Firm is currently accepting Fentanyl Patch accidental overdose death claims in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know has taken Fentanyl Patch died from an accidental overdose, you should contact our firm immediately for a free case consultation. Please click here to contact our Dangerous Drug Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at 866-920-0753

What is the problem with Actavis Fentanyl Patch?

The Fentanyl Patch is intended for severe and chronic pain management that cannot be controlled by less powerful drugs. The Actavis Fentanyl Transdermal System releases Fentanyl through the skin for a time span of 72 hours. The patches may have a cut edge that could lead to the fentanyl gel leaking out and potential for overdose. The lots below covered by this recall have expiration dates between May 2009 and December 2009.

• Actavis Fentanyl Transdermal System, 25 mcg/hr. NDC 67767-120-18.
• Actavis Fentanyl Transdermal System, 50 mcg/hr. NDC 67767-121-18.
• Actavis Fentanyl Transdermal System, 75 mcg/hr. NDC 67767-122-18.
• Actavis Fentanyl Transdermal System, 100 mcg/hr. NDC 67767-123-18
  

Lots Being Recalled

Lot	Exp. Date	NDC	Strength
27540	Aug 09	67767-120-18	25mcg/hr
27584	Aug 09	67767-120-18	25mcg/hr
27666	Sep 09	67767-120-18	25mcg/hr
27759	Oct 09	67767-120-18	25mcg/hr
27611	Oct 09	67767-120-18	25mcg/hr
27762	Oct 09	67767-120-18	25mcg/hr
27761	Oct 09	67767-120-18	25mcg/hr
27832	Nov 09	67767-120-18	25mcg/hr
27747	Nov 09	67767-120-18	25mcg/hr
27758	Nov 09	67767-120-18	25mcg/hr
27903	Dec 09	67767-120-18	25mcg/hr
27573	Sep 09	67767-121-18	50mcg/hr
27576	Sep 09	67767-121-18	50mcg/hr
27667	Oct 09	67767-121-18	50mcg/hr
27668	Oct 09	67767-121-18	50mcg/hr
27581	Oct 09	67767-121-18	50mcg/hr
27763	Oct 09	67767-121-18	50mcg/hr
27751	Nov 09	67767-121-18	50mcg/hr
27586	Aug 09	67767-122-18	75mcg/hr
27572	Sep 09	67767-122-18	75mcg/hr
27582	Oct 09	67767-122-18	75mcg/hr
27583	Oct 09	67767-122-18	75mcg/hr
27745	Oct 09	67767-122-18	75mcg/hr
27746	Oct 09	67767-122-18	75mcg/hr
27539	Aug 09	67767-123-18	100mcg/hr
27574	Sep 09	67767-123-18	100mcg/hr
27575	Sep 09	67767-123-18	100mcg/hr
27577	Sep 09	67767-123-18	100mcg/hr
27578	Oct 09	67767-123-18	100mcg/hr
27579	Oct 09	67767-123-18	100mcg/hr
27580	Oct 09	67767-123-18	100mcg/hr
27610	Oct 09	67767-123-18	100mcg/hr
27612	Oct 09	67767-123-18	100mcg/hr
27743	Oct 09	67767-123-18	100mcg/hr

Side Effects of Actavis Fentanyl Patch

There are a variety of side effects associated with Actavis Fentanyl Patch. Our firm is pursing the following types of serious, life-threatening side effects:

• Death
• Possible Leaks
• Inadvertent Ingestion
  

Do I Have an Actavis Fentanyl Patch Recall Lawsuit?

The Schmidt Firm, LLP is currently accepting Fentanyl Patch induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know has been injured by the Actavis Fentanyl Patch, you should contact our firm immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Dangerous Drug Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.

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