FDA drug recalls
Formal FDA enforcement reports for prescription and over-the-counter drugs — contamination, wrong potency, mislabeling, and manufacturing failures.
753 recalls in the last 12 months, translated into plain English.
- 2026-09-02Accord HealthcareClass IIAccord levothyroxine 200 mcg tablets recalled for subpotency
Accord Healthcare is recalling specific lots of levothyroxine sodium 200 mcg tablets because they contain less active ingredient than labeled. This means the medication may not work as intended for patients taking it to treat thyroid conditions.
- 2026-09-02Accord HealthcareClass IIAccord Healthcare Levothyroxine 175 mcg recalled for subpotency
Accord Healthcare is recalling specific lots of Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets 175 mcg because they may contain less active ingredient than labeled. Levothyroxine is a thyroid hormone replacement medication, and tablets that are weaker than expected could result in inadequate treatment of thyroid conditions.
- 2026-09-02Accord HealthcareClass IIAccord levothyroxine tablets recalled for being subpotent
Accord Healthcare is recalling specific lots of levothyroxine sodium 150 mcg tablets because they may contain less active ingredient than labeled. Levothyroxine is a thyroid replacement medication, and subpotent tablets could result in inadequate thyroid hormone levels in patients who depend on this drug.
- 2026-09-02Accord HealthcareClass IILevothyroxine Sodium Tablets, USP, 137 mcg (0.137 mg), packaged in a) 90-count bottles (NDC 16729-454-15) b) 1000-count bottles (NDC 16729-454-17), Rx Only, Manufactured for: Accord Healthcare, Inc., Raleigh, NC 27617, Manufactured by: Intas Pharmaceuticals Limited, Camp Road, Selaqui, Dehradun-248 197, India.
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- 2026-09-02Accord HealthcareClass IIAccord Levothyroxine 125 mcg tablets recalled for reduced potency
Accord Healthcare is recalling specific lots of Levothyroxine Sodium 125 mcg tablets because they may contain less active ingredient than labeled. This means the medication may not work as intended for patients taking it to manage thyroid conditions.
- 2026-09-02Accord HealthcareClass IIAccord Healthcare levothyroxine tablets recalled for reduced potency
Accord Healthcare is recalling specific lots of levothyroxine sodium 112 mcg tablets because they contain less active ingredient than labeled. This means patients taking these tablets may not receive the full thyroid hormone dose they need. The recall affects 1000-count bottles distributed nationwide.
- 2026-09-02Accord HealthcareClass IIAccord levothyroxine tablets recalled for subpotency risk
Accord Healthcare is recalling certain batches of levothyroxine sodium 100 mcg tablets because they may contain less active ingredient than labeled. This affects patients who rely on consistent thyroid hormone dosing. The affected lots were distributed nationwide.
- 2026-09-02Accord HealthcareClass IIAccord levothyroxine tablets recalled for subpotent drug
Accord Healthcare is recalling certain batches of levothyroxine sodium 88 mcg tablets because they may contain less active ingredient than labeled. This means the medication may not work as intended for patients who depend on it to manage thyroid conditions.
- 2026-09-02Accord HealthcareClass IIAccord Healthcare levothyroxine tablets recalled for reduced potency
Accord Healthcare is recalling specific lots of levothyroxine sodium 75 mcg tablets because the tablets contain less active ingredient than labeled. Levothyroxine is a thyroid hormone replacement medication, and subpotent doses may not adequately treat thyroid conditions. The affected lots are D2402016 and D2402017, expiring 08/31/2026.
- 2026-09-02Accord HealthcareClass IIAccord levothyroxine tablets recalled for subpotent content
Accord Healthcare is recalling specific lots of levothyroxine sodium 50 mcg tablets because they contain less active ingredient than labeled. This means the medication may not work as intended for patients who depend on it to manage thyroid conditions.
- 2026-09-02Accord HealthcareClass IIAccord Healthcare levothyroxine tablets recalled for subpotency
Accord Healthcare is recalling specific lots of levothyroxine sodium tablets (25 mcg) because they contain less active ingredient than labeled. Patients taking these tablets may not receive the full dose needed to manage their thyroid condition. The affected lots were distributed nationwide.
- 2026-08-26American RegentClass IIAmerican Regent niCARdipine injection recalled for particulate matter
American Regent's niCARdipine Hydrochloride Injection (25 mg/10mL) has been recalled due to contamination with particulate matter, including hair, glass, and/or paraformaldehyde. The affected lot (25295N0C0, expiring 04/30/2027) was distributed nationwide and affects approximately 43,460 vials.
- 2026-08-26American RegentClass IIAmerican Regent Tralement injection recalled for particulate matter
American Regent's Tralement (trace elements injection) contains particulate matter including hair, glass, and/or paraformaldehyde. The contamination affects specific lots with expiration dates in April and September 2027. This is a prescription medication used in clinical settings.
- 2026-08-26American RegentClass IAmerican Regent Papaverine HCl Injection recalled for particulate contamination
American Regent's Papaverine HCl Injection (60 mg/2 mL) has been found to contain particulate matter identified as glass and/or paraformaldehyde. The contamination affects one lot (25202, expiring 11/30/2026) distributed nationwide. This is a prescription injectable medication used to treat certain circulatory conditions.
- 2026-08-26American RegentClass IIAmerican Regent Multrys injection recalled for particulate contamination
American Regent is recalling Multrys (Trace Elements Injection 4, USP) due to contamination with particulate matter, including hair, glass, and/or paraformaldehyde. The contamination was identified in specific lot 25163 (expiration 4/30/2027). This is a prescription intravenous medication used in hospitals and clinical settings.
- 2026-08-26American RegentClass IIAmerican Regent Selenious Acid Injection recalled for contamination
American Regent's Selenious Acid Injection (a trace mineral used in intravenous nutrition) has been recalled because some vials contain particulate matter, including hair, glass, and/or paraformaldehyde. The contamination affects specific lot numbers distributed nationwide.
- 2026-08-26American RegentClass IIAmerican Regent acetylcysteine solution recalled for particulate contamination
American Regent's acetylcysteine solution (20%, 200 mg/mL) in 4 mL vials has been found to contain particulate matter including hair, glass, and/or paraformaldehyde. The contamination affects two lots distributed nationwide. This is a prescription-only inhalation medication.
- 2026-08-26American RegentClass IIAmerican Regent acetylcysteine solution recalled for particulate contamination
American Regent's acetylcysteine solution (10%, 100 mg/mL) in 4 mL vials has been found to contain particulate matter, including hair, glass, and/or paraformaldehyde. The contamination affects three specific lots distributed nationwide. This is a prescription medication for inhalation use only.
- 2026-08-26American RegentClass IIAmerican Regent Atropine Sulfate injection recalled for contamination
American Regent's Atropine Sulfate injection (1 mg/mL) has been found to contain particulate matter, including hair, glass, and/or paraformaldehyde. The contamination affects specific lot 24353 (expiration 9/30/2026). This is a prescription injectable medication used in hospitals and clinical settings.
- 2026-08-26American RegentClass IIAmerican Regent aminocaproic acid injection recalled for contamination
American Regent's aminocaproic acid injection (250 mg/mL) has been recalled because batches contain particulate matter including hair, glass, and/or paraformaldehyde. The contamination affects 20 mL vials distributed nationwide. This is a prescription medication used to control bleeding.
- 2026-08-26American RegentClass IIAmerican Regent cyanocobalamin injection recalled for particulate contamination
American Regent's cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12) injection has been recalled due to contamination with particulate matter, including hair, glass, and/or paraformaldehyde. The affected product is a 10,000 mcg/10 mL multi-dose vial (Lot #25082, expiring 3/31/2027). This is a prescription medication administered by injection.
- 2026-08-26American RegentClass IIAmerican Regent Cyanocobalamin injection recalled for contamination
American Regent's Cyanocobalamin injection (vitamin B12) has been found to contain particulate matter, including hair, glass, and paraformaldehyde. The contamination affects specific lot numbers distributed nationwide. This is a prescription medication given by injection.
- 2026-08-26American RegentClass IIAmerican Regent nitroglycerin injection recalled for particulate contamination
American Regent's nitroglycerin injection (50 mg/10 mL vials) has been found to contain particulate matter, including hair, glass, and/or paraformaldehyde. This affects lot #24291 with an expiration date of 8/31/2026, distributed nationwide. The contamination was discovered during quality testing.
- 2026-08-26Fresenius KabiClass IFresenius Kabi morphine injection recalled for label mixup
Some Fresenius Kabi morphine sulfate prefilled syringes are labeled as morphine 2 mg/mL but actually contain Dilaudid (hydromorphone) 0.5 mg/0.5 mL. This labeling error could lead to patients receiving the wrong medication and dose. The affected lot is 6402820 with an expiration date of 12/2028.
- 2026-08-26MylanClass IIMylan Acamprosate Calcium recalled for dissolution failure
Mylan Pharmaceuticals is recalling one lot of Acamprosate Calcium 333 mg delayed-release tablets because they failed to meet dissolution specifications—meaning the tablets may not break down and release the medication as intended in the body. This could result in ineffective treatment. No injuries have been reported.
- 2026-08-26Golden State Medical SupplyClass IIGolden State Medical Supply Carbamazepine tablets recalled for black specks
Golden State Medical Supply is recalling Carbamazepine Tablets, USP 200mg due to black specks found in some tablets. This is a manufacturing quality issue. The affected lots were distributed nationwide.
- 2026-08-26Sun PharmaceuticalClass IISun Pharmaceutical Carbamazepine recalled for tablet defect
Sun Pharmaceutical's Carbamazepine 200mg tablets (Lot #AD94033, expiring 5/31/2028) contain black spots caused by burnt ingredients during manufacturing. The tablets do not meet quality standards, though no injuries have been reported.
- 2026-08-26RegeneronClass IIRegeneron Libtayo injection recalled for sterility concerns
Regeneron is recalling one lot of Libtayo (cemiplimab-rwlc), an intravenous cancer treatment, because the manufacturer cannot guarantee the vials are sterile. This affects lot 8494000002, which expires July 31, 2028. About 21,353 vials are involved in the recall nationwide.
- 2026-08-26Shilpa MedicareClass IIPEMRYDI pemetrexed injection recalled for discoloration
Certain vials of PEMRYDI RTU (pemetrexed injection) have shown green to dark green discoloration. The manufacturer received complaints from the field about affected vials. The discoloration may indicate a quality or sterility concern.
- 2026-08-26Shilpa MedicareClass IIPEMRYDI RTU pemetrexed injection recalled for discoloration
Certain vials of PEMRYDI RTU (pemetrexed injection) have developed green to dark green discoloration. The affected lots are P400172 and PA00050A, expiring 09/30/2027. Discoloration may indicate a quality issue with the medication.
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