Drug recall: Voluntary Nationwide Recall: Tydemy (Lupin July)
Sep. 2023Important Notices
Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. has recalled two lots of Tydemy™ (Drospirenone, Ethinyl Estradiol and Levomefolate Calcium Tablets 3 mg/0.03 mg/0.451 mg and Levomefolate Calcium Tablets 0.451 mg) because they did not pass stability testing, which could impact the effectiveness of the product. Taking an ineffective product could potentially result in unexpected pregnancy. Read the full text of the voluntary Tydemy recall.
Recent Announcements
Voluntary nationwide recall: Atorvastatin (Alkem – October)
Ascend Laboratories LLC is recalling multiple lots of Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets USP. Atorvastatin is used for the treatment of high cholesterol and to reduce the risk of certain cardiovascular events, such as heart attack and stroke.Nov. 2025Pharmacy Updates
October 2025 UPMC for You and UPMC Community HealthChoices formulary update
Effective Oct. 1, 2025, Xifaxan and Retin-A (cream, gel) will no longer be covered by UPMC for You and UPMC Community HealthChoices due to nonparticipation in the Medicaid Drug Rebate Program.Oct. 2025Pharmacy Updates
Voluntary nationwide recall: Ocaliva (Intercept – September)
Intercept Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is voluntarily withdrawing Ocaliva® (obeticholic acid) from the market. Ocaliva is used to treat a rare liver disease called primary biliary cholangitis (PBC).Oct. 2025Pharmacy Updates