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Voluntary nationwide recall: Prograf and Astagraf (Astellas – December)
UPMC Health Plan·Nephrology, Gastroenterology, Cardiology +2 more·Pharmacy
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Astellas has issued a voluntary nationwide recall of specific lots of Prograf (lot 0E3353D) and Astagraf XL (lot 0R3092A) due to bottles potentially containing empty capsules that could lead to fatal organ transplant rejection. Patients should stop using affected medications immediately and contact their pharmacy for replacement.
Action Required
Immediately: Clinical staff should identify patients prescribed Prograf or Astagraf XL and verify lot numbers against recalled lots (0E3353D for Prograf, 0R3092A for Astagraf XL). Contact affected patients immediately to stop medication and coordinate with pharmacy for replacement. Document all patient contacts in medical records. For questions, call Astellas Medical Information at 1-800-727-7003.