By Gina Shaw
In the last quarter of 2018, the pharmaceutical industry had a total of 102 product recalls—an increase of 11%—according to the latest Recall Index from Stericycle Expert Solutions, which helps companies prepare for and respond to recalls.
• Total recalled units increased by 641%, to just over 52 million, higher than 13 of the prior 15 quarters.
• Mislabeling was the top cause of recalls based on units, at 48.6%. Failed specifications