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InfoRecall #D-0550-2026Drug / Pharmaceutical

AVEVA Drug Delivery Systems Recalls Nicotine Transdermal System Patch

AVEVA Drug Delivery Systems, Inc. · Class III — Regulatory

Assorted pharmaceutical pills and tablets — representative photo for FDA drug recall
An assortment of pharmaceutical pills (representative file photo). Specific recalled product: see recall details below. Photo: Michael Nutt / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 2.0).

Product Description

Nicotine Transdermal System Patch, 14 mg, 14 patches per box, Aveva, Distributed by: RUGBY LABORATORIES, Indianapolis, IN 46268, www.majorpharmaceuticals.com, NDC 0536-5895-88.

Reason for Recall

Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Elevated levels of oxidative-related impurities, exceeding shelf-life specifications during stability testing of individual units.

FDA Classification

Class III — Regulatory

A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.

Distribution

Nationwide within the U.S

Remedy

Consumers should stop using this product. Contact the recalling firm for further instructions regarding this product.

411 Press Analysis

A regulatory compliance recall has been issued for a pharmaceutical product from AVEVA Drug Delivery Systems, Inc. The FDA classified this as Class III on May 14, 2026 affecting 59,808 pouches (4,272 Individual Folding Carton (IFC)). Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Elevated levels of oxidative-related impurities, exceeding shelf-life specifications during stability testing of individual units. It was distributed nationwide. While this classification indicates a low probability of adverse health effects, consumers should be aware of the recall and follow any instructions from the manufacturer.

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