The FDA has linked a fungal meningitis outbreak to potentially contaminated methylprednisolone acetate from NECC, though the exact source of the outbreak is still ongoing.
However, the FDA has observed fungal contamination from a sealed vial of the injectable steroid produced and distributed by NECC and is conducting additional testing to confirm the exact species of fungus.
As a precaution, governmental officials recommend discontinuing use of all NECC products while retaining and securing all remaining products purchased from NECC until the FDA provides instructions on disposal.
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