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Teva Claravis isotretinoin capsules recalled for impurity levels

Teva Pharmaceuticals is recalling specific lots of Claravis (isotretinoin) 10 mg capsules because they contain higher-than-allowed levels of tretinoin, a related chemical impurity. The affected lots are 100067507 and 100067508, which expire on July 31, 2026. No injuries have been reported so far.

From the FDA notice · Read the official notice ↗ · All Teva recalls

What to do

  1. Check if you have Claravis 10 mg with lot number 100067507 or 100067508
  2. Contact your pharmacy or healthcare provider for instructions on returning the medication
  3. Do not stop taking your isotretinoin without speaking to your doctor first—they can provide a safe alternative

Is yours affected?

Compare your label or packaging with the recalled product.

Product
Claravis (isotretinoin capsule, USP), 10 mg, Packaged as a) 100-count carton, NDC 0555-1054-56, with 10x10 blister packs NDC 0555-1054-60; b) 30-count carton, NDC 0555-1054-86, with 3X10 blister pack NDC 0555-1054-60; Rx only, Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., North Wales, PA 19454.
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Nationwide
Made for
Adults (0 months and older)

Details

Units affected
5,101 cartons
Illnesses reported
None reported
Manufactured in
400 Interpace Pkwy Bldg A, N/A, Parsippany, NJ, United States
Classification
Not Yet Classified
Recall number
98730

In the FDA's words

Description
Claravis (isotretinoin capsule, USP), 10 mg, Packaged as a) 100-count carton, NDC 0555-1054-56, with 10x10 blister packs NDC 0555-1054-60; b) 30-count carton, NDC 0555-1054-86, with 3X10 blister pack NDC 0555-1054-60; Rx only, Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., North Wales, PA 19454. Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Out of specification for specific impurity Tretinoin Lots#: 100067507, 100067508, Exp 07/31/2026 Distribution: Nationwide in the USA; Virgin Islands Affected quantity: 5,101 cartons
Hazard
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Out of specification for specific impurity Tretinoin

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