FDAClass IIIDecember 26, 2018

Absorica recall: Subpotent

Absorica (Isotretinoin) Capsules 30 mg USP, 30 capsules (3x10 Prescription Packs) Rx only, Manufactured by: Galephar Pharmaceutical Research Inc. Humacao, PR 00792, Distributed by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc. Cranbury, NJ 08512, UPC 310631117313, NDC 10631-117-31 (carton) NDC10631-117-69 (prescription pack)

Why was Absorica recalled?

Subpotent Drug: Isotretinoin content results were lower than the specification limit obtained during routing product monitoring.

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: 17F28AA, Exp 1/2020

Product
Absorica (Isotretinoin) Capsules 30 mg USP, 30 capsules (3x10 Prescription Packs) Rx only, Manufactured by: Galephar Pharmaceutical Research Inc. Humacao, PR 00792, Distributed by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc. Cranbury, NJ 08512, UPC 310631117313, NDC 10631-117-31 (carton) NDC10631-117-69 (prescription pack)
Recalling firm
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.
Quantity
47,520 prescription packs
Distribution
Nationwide in the USA
Recall date
December 26, 2018
Classification
Class III
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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