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ModerateReported February 18, 2026

ESTRADIOL, 6 mg, 1 Sterile Pellet, Asteria Health 432 Industrial Ln

Recalled by F.H. INVESTMENTS, Inc. (dba Asteria Health)

Drug recall

F.H. INVESTMENTS, Inc. (dba Asteria Health)

Class II — moderate

Using this product might cause a temporary or medically reversible health problem. The chance of serious harm is low.

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F.H. INVESTMENTS, Inc. (dba Asteria Health) has recalled ESTRADIOL, 6 mg, 1 Sterile Pellet, Asteria Health 432 Industrial Ln, according to data published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall was reported on February 18, 2026 and was initiated on January 26, 2026. It is classified as a Class II recall, which means using this product might cause a temporary or medically reversible health problem. The chance of serious harm is low.

Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the FDA record linked further down this page.

What was recalled?

This recall covers ESTRADIOL, 6 mg, 1 Sterile Pellet, Asteria Health 432 Industrial Ln, with approximately 50,990 pellets affected. The company behind the recall is F.H. INVESTMENTS, Inc. (dba Asteria Health), based in Birmingham, AL. The FDA describes the product as: “ESTRADIOL, 6 mg, 1 Sterile Pellet, Asteria Health 432 Industrial Ln, Birmingham, AL 35211, NDC: 79559-3006-32.”

Why was ESTRADIOL, 6 mg, 1 Sterile Pellet, Asteria Health 432 Industrial Ln recalled?

According to the FDA, the stated reason for the recall is: “Presence of Foreign substance - potential presence of metal particulate matter.” In plain terms, this recall relates to foreign material.

A foreign material recall means that pieces of something which should not be in food — such as metal, plastic, or glass — may be present. These can pose a choking hazard or cause injury. Recalls like these are issued to remove the affected product before anyone is hurt.

What should you do?

If you think you may have bought ESTRADIOL, 6 mg, 1 Sterile Pellet, Asteria Health 432 Industrial Ln, compare it against the product description and identifying codes (Lot#: 253000127, Exp. 06/09/2026; 253000133, Exp. 06/17/2026; 253000138, Exp. 07/14/2026; 253000141, Exp. 07/21/2026; 253000144, Exp. 07/28/2026; 253000147, Ex…) before using it. This recall is currently listed as ongoing.

The general guidance for a matching product is to stop using it and follow the instructions in the official FDA recall notice, which may include a repair, replacement, refund, or safe disposal. When in doubt, contact F.H. INVESTMENTS, Inc. (dba Asteria Health) or your local health authority.

About this recall

This recall was distributed in AL. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public FDA data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the FDA or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.

Who this recall affects

This recall matters to anyone who bought ESTRADIOL, 6 mg, 1 Sterile Pellet, Asteria Health 432 Industrial Ln. Even if you feel fine, it's worth checking what you have on hand rather than assuming you were missed.

Distribution listed in the notice: Nationwide in the USA.

What foreign material actually means

A foreign material recall means that pieces of something which should not be in food — such as metal, plastic, or glass — may be present. These can pose a choking hazard or cause injury. Recalls like these are issued to remove the affected product before anyone is hurt.

In this case, the concern applies specifically to ESTRADIOL, 6 mg, 1 Sterile Pellet, Asteria Health 432 Industrial Ln from F.H. INVESTMENTS, Inc. (dba Asteria Health) — not to the wider category of products. Similar items from other brands aren't part of this recall.

How to check whether you have it

On medicine bottles, the lot number and expiration date are printed on the pharmacy label or stamped directly on the manufacturer's bottle — often near the bottom edge or on the back. If a pharmacy label covers it, your pharmacist can look up the lot they dispensed.

Compare what you find against the identifying details in this recall: Lot#: 253000127, Exp. 06/09/2026; 253000133, Exp. 06/17/2026; 253000138, Exp. 07/14/2026; 253000141, Exp. 07/21/2026; 253000144, Exp. 07/28/2026; 253000147, Exp. 08/05/2026; 253000148, Exp. 08/07/2026; 253000149, Exp. 08/08/2026; 253000152, 253000153, Exp. 08/22/2026; 253000156, Exp. 09/03/2026; 25

What to do if you already bought it

Do not stop taking a prescribed medicine on your own because of a recall — for many conditions, an interrupted dose carries its own risk.

Instead, check the lot number against the details above and contact your pharmacist, who can confirm what they dispensed and arrange a replacement.

If you've had an unexpected reaction, contact your healthcare provider. Problems can also be reported to the FDA's MedWatch program.

Full recall details

Status
Ongoing
Date reported
February 18, 2026
Recall started
January 26, 2026
Distributed in
AL
What was recalled
ESTRADIOL, 6 mg, 1 Sterile Pellet, Asteria Health 432 Industrial Ln, Birmingham, AL 35211, NDC: 79559-3006-32.
Why it was recalled (as stated by the FDA)
Presence of Foreign substance - potential presence of metal particulate matter
How to identify the affected product
Lot#: 253000127, Exp. 06/09/2026; 253000133, Exp. 06/17/2026; 253000138, Exp. 07/14/2026; 253000141, Exp. 07/21/2026; 253000144, Exp. 07/28/2026; 253000147, Exp. 08/05/2026; 253000148, Exp. 08/07/2026; 253000149, Exp. 08/08/2026; 253000152, 253000153, Exp. 08/22/2026; 253000156, Exp. 09/03/2026; 253000157, Exp. 09/04/2026; 253000159, Exp. 09/05/2026; 253000164, Exp. 09/16/2026; 253000165, Exp.Show full text ▾Lot#: 253000127, Exp. 06/09/2026; 253000133, Exp. 06/17/2026; 253000138, Exp. 07/14/2026; 253000141, Exp. 07/21/2026; 253000144, Exp. 07/28/2026; 253000147, Exp. 08/05/2026; 253000148, Exp. 08/07/2026; 253000149, Exp. 08/08/2026; 253000152, 253000153, Exp. 08/22/2026; 253000156, Exp. 09/03/2026; 253000157, Exp. 09/04/2026; 253000159, Exp. 09/05/2026; 253000164, Exp. 09/16/2026; 253000165, Exp. 09/19/2026; 253000170, Exp. 10/03/2026.
Amount recalled
50,990 pellets

What you can do

Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.

Quick answers

Why was ESTRADIOL, 6 mg, 1 Sterile Pellet, Asteria Health 432 Industrial Ln recalled?+

According to the FDA: Presence of Foreign substance - potential presence of metal particulate matter

How serious is this recall?+

Class II — moderate. Using this product might cause a temporary or medically reversible health problem. The chance of serious harm is low.

What should I do if I have ESTRADIOL, 6 mg, 1 Sterile Pellet, Asteria Health 432 Industrial Ln?+

Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.

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View the official FDA record

Opens the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) data for this recall.

Recall number: D-0307-2026. Information last synced from the FDA on August 20, 2026.

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