FDAClass IINovember 18, 2020

Mesalamine Delayed-Release Tablets recall: Failed Dissolution

Mesalamine Delayed-Release Tablets, USP 1.2 gram, 120 tablets per bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Actavis Laboratories, FL, Inc., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314, Distributed by: Actavis Pharma Inc., Parsippany, NJ 07054, NDC 0591-2245-22.

Why was Mesalamine Delayed-Release Tablets recalled?

Failed Dissolution Specifications: Out-of-specification dissolution results were obtained during stability testing.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Lot #s: 1342498A, Exp. 12/2020; 1342499A, Exp. 01/2021; 1354638A, Exp. 03/2021; 1354639A, 1358274A, 1358448A, 1364618A, 1369884A, Exp. 05/2021; 1366195A, 1369885A, 1373570A, Exp. 06/2021; 1373571A, Exp. 07/2021; 1388571A, Exp. 01/2022; 1395725A, 1396585A, 1397550A, 1399389A, Exp. 04/2022; 1403885A, 1403886A, Exp. 06/2022.

Product
Mesalamine Delayed-Release Tablets, USP 1.2 gram, 120 tablets per bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Actavis Laboratories, FL, Inc., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314, Distributed by: Actavis Pharma Inc., Parsippany, NJ 07054, NDC 0591-2245-22.
Recalling firm
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA
Quantity
133,829 bottles
Distribution
Nationwide in the U.S. and PR
Recall date
November 18, 2020
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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