Safety Report: Biota Biosciences, LLC Cannabidiol (CBD) Complex, Curcumin Complex, Cannabidiol + Curcumin - recalled due to Unapproved new drug, United States

United States

Company name: Biota Biosciences, LLC
Brand name: Biota Biosciences
Product recalled: Cannabidiol (CBD) Complex, Curcumin Complex, Cannabidiol + Curcumin
Reason of the recall: Unapproved new drug
FDA Recall date: May 20, 2020
Recall details: Biota Biosciences is voluntarily recalling the following lots in the table below of Cannabidiol (CBD) Complex, Curcumin Complex, and Cannabidiol + Curcumin Injectables to the customer level. These injectable products are being recalled because they were marketed without FDA approval. The products claims on our website make these products unapproved new drugs. Further, the products are misbranded because the labeling fails to bear adequate directions for use.

- Product Name: Cannabidiol(CBD)Complex / Strength(mg): 40 / Multiple Dose Vial Size: 10 mL / Lot: 2H071219P / Expiration: 07/12/2021

- Product Name: Cannabidiol(CBD)Complex / Strength(mg): 500 / Multiple Dose Vial Size: 10 mL / Lot: 10102019P / Expiration: 10/10/2021

- Product Name: Curcumin Complex / Strength(mg): 40 / Multiple Dose Vial Size: 10 mL / Lot: 2H071219CCD / Expiration: 07/12/2021

- Product Name: Curcumin Complex / Strength(mg): 500 / Multiple Dose Vial Size: 10 mL / Lot: 0712019CCD / Expiration: 07/12/2021

- Product Name: Cannabidiol + Curcumin / Strength(mg): 500 / Multiple Dose Vial Size: 10 mL / Lot: 10102019PC / Expiration: 10/10/2021

Risk Statement: Unapproved new drugs injected into the bloodstream for which safety and efficacy have not been established could pose a serious risk of harm to users because they bypass many of the body’s natural defenses against toxic ingredients, toxins, or dangerous organisms that can lead to serious and life-threatening conditions such as septicemia or sepsis. Biota Biosciences has not received any reports of adverse events related to this recall.

Risk Statement: Unapproved new drugs injected into the bloodstream for which safety and efficacy have not been established could pose a serious risk of harm to users because they bypass many of the body’s natural defenses against toxic ingredients, toxins, or dangerous organisms that can lead to serious and life-threatening conditions such as septicemia or sepsis. Biota Biosciences has not received any reports of adverse events related to this recall.

Cannabidiol (CBD) Complex was marketed to suppress pain and aid in the detoxification processes as a promising therapeutic for a wide array of disorders such as epilepsy, including many challenging neuropathy conditions. Curcumin Complex was marketed as a potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant that may also help improve symptoms of depression and arthritis. Cannabidiol + Curcumin was marketed as a more efficient therapeutic effect. The product was sold to certified practitioners who further administer to customers. The product is packaged in 10 mL sterile vials. Products were distributed Nationwide in the USA and one consignee in New Zealand.

Water Soluble 40mg/10m products can be identified by the labels attached.

Water Soluble 500mg/10m products can be identified by the labels attached.

Check the full recall details on www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/biota-biosciences-issues-voluntary-nationwide-recall-cannabidiol-cbd-complex-curcumin-complex-and

Source: FDA