Browse Drug Recalls
3,394 FDA drug safety recalls.
FDA Drug Recall Enforcement Database
Browse 3,394 FDA drug recall enforcement actions. Each entry includes the product description, reason for recall, classification (Class I through III based on severity), recalling firm, and distribution details. Use the filters below to search by year, classification, state, or keyword.
Drug Safety Recalls
Browse 3,394 FDA drug recalls.
| Date | Product | Reason | Class | Firm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 13, 2022 | PAREMYD (hydroxyamphetamine hydrobromide/ tropicamide ophthalmic solution) 1%... | CGMP Deviations: | Class II | Akorn, Inc. |
| Oct 13, 2022 | Ofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution, USP 0.3%, 5 mL per bottle, Rx Only, Manufactur... | CGMP Deviations: | Class II | Akorn, Inc. |
| Oct 13, 2022 | Proparacaine Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, USP 0.5%, 15 mL per dropper b... | CGMP Deviations: | Class II | Akorn, Inc. |
| Oct 13, 2022 | Lidocaine Hydrochloride Jelly USP, 2%, Packaged as (a) 5 mL tube (NDC 17478-7... | CGMP Deviations: | Class II | Akorn, Inc. |
| Oct 13, 2022 | Levofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution 0.5%, 5 mL per bottle, Rx Only, Manufacture... | CGMP Deviations: | Class II | Akorn, Inc. |
| Oct 13, 2022 | Neomycin and Polymyxin B Sulfates, and Bacitracin Zinc Ophthalmic Ointment, U... | CGMP Deviations: | Class II | Akorn, Inc. |
| Oct 13, 2022 | Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution, USP, 0.3%, 5 mL per dropper bottle, Rx Only, ... | CGMP Deviations: | Class II | Akorn, Inc. |
| Oct 6, 2022 | SIREtizer Hand Sanitizer (Ethyl Alcohol) 80%, packaged in a) 3.38 oz (100 mL)... | CGMP Deviations and Superpotent Drug: Levels of acetal and acetaldehyde above allowable limits. A... | Class II | Southwest Iowa Renewable Energy LLC |
| Oct 5, 2022 | Quinapril and Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets, USP 20mg/12.5mg, 90 Tablets bottle... | CGMP Deviations: Detection of N-Nitroso-quinapril impurity above the acceptable daily intake limit. | Class II | Aurobindo Pharma USA Inc. |
| Sep 30, 2022 | Pyridostigmine Bromide Oral Solution, USP 60 mg/5 mL Delivers 5 mL, packaged ... | cGMP Deviations: Out of specification for assay of one of the preservative ingredients. | Class II | VistaPharm, Inc. |
| Sep 16, 2022 | Neoral soft gelatin capsules (cyclosporine capsules, USP) Modified, 25 mg, Rx... | CGMP deviations: Out of specification results obtained during routine stability testing for ethan... | Class II | Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation |
| Sep 12, 2022 | Triamcinolone Acetonide cream, 0.1%, 80 g tube, Rx only, Packaged and Distrib... | CGMP Deviations: Product complaints reporting the product to have a gritty texture and lack of ef... | Class II | Direct Rx |
| Sep 1, 2022 | Synergy Hand Sanitizer, Non-Sterile Solution to help reduce bacteria that can... | CGMP Deviations: FDA analysis found product to contain acetaldehyde impurity and the Sum of All I... | Class II | SUPERIOR GLOVE WORKS, LTD. |
| Aug 31, 2022 | Sodium Chloride Ophthalmic Ointment USP, 5%, Sterile, Net Wt 3.5 g (1/8 oz) t... | cGMP Deviations: Turbidity discovered in Artificial Tears Ointment during sterility testing. Scop... | Class II | Akorn, Inc. |
| Aug 31, 2022 | Lidocaine Hydrochloride Jelly USP, 2%, Sterile, 30mL tube, Rx only, Manufact... | cGMP Deviations: Turbidity discovered in Artificial Tears Ointment during sterility testing. Scop... | Class II | Akorn, Inc. |
| Aug 23, 2022 | Neomycin Sulfate Tablets, USP 500 mg , 100-count bottles, Rx only, Distribute... | CGMP Deviations: A foreign matter identified as teflon was found in the Active Pharmaceutical Ing... | Class II | Teva Pharmaceuticals USA Inc |
| Aug 17, 2022 | Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream USP, 0.1%, 80 g tube, Rx Only, Manufactured By ... | CGMP Deviations: Product complaints reporting the product to have a gritty texture and lack of ef... | Class II | Padagis US LLC |
| Aug 15, 2022 | Proton Armor, Anti-Microbial Alcohol-Free Foaming Hand Sanitizer, kills 99.99... | Chemical Contamination and CGMP Deviations: trace amounts of methanol found in one of the compone... | Class II | Ultra Chem Labs Corp |
| Aug 15, 2022 | Proton Armor, Anti-Microbial Alcohol-Free Foaming Hand Sanitizer, kills 99.99... | Chemical Contamination and CGMP Deviations: trace amounts of methanol found in one of the compone... | Class II | Ultra Chem Labs Corp |
| Aug 10, 2022 | PF-0.125% Bupivacaine HCl Injection, USP, 625 mg/500 mL (1.25 mg/mL), 500 mL ... | CGMP Deviations: Potential for cross-contamination due to product carryover during manufacturing. | Class II | Nephron Sterile Compounding Center LLC |
| Aug 10, 2022 | Colgate Anticavity Fluoride Toothpaste OPTIC WHITE STAIN FIGHTER CLEAN MINT P... | cGMP deviation: Product held outside of appropriate temperature storage conditions. | Class II | Family Dollar Stores, Llc. |
| Aug 10, 2022 | Colgate Anticavity Fluoride Toothpaste, OPTIC WHITTE RENEWAL, 3% Hydrogen Per... | cGMP deviation: Product held outside of appropriate temperature storage conditions. | Class II | Family Dollar Stores, Llc. |
| Aug 10, 2022 | Colgate Anticavity Fluoride Toothpaste, OPTIC WHITE with CHARCOAL COOL MINT P... | cGMP deviation: Product held outside of appropriate temperature storage conditions. | Class II | Family Dollar Stores, Llc. |
| Aug 10, 2022 | Colgate Anticavity Fluoride Toothpaste, OPTIC WHITE PRO SERIES, Stain Prevent... | cGMP deviation: Product held outside of appropriate temperature storage conditions. | Class II | Family Dollar Stores, Llc. |
| Aug 10, 2022 | Colgate Whitening Mouthwash, OPTIC WHITE ICY FRESH MINT. 16 fl. OZ. (1 pt) 47... | cGMP deviation: Product held outside of appropriate temperature storage conditions. | Class II | Family Dollar Stores, Llc. |
| Aug 10, 2022 | PF-Labetalol HCl Injection, USP, 20 mg/4 mL (5 mg/mL), One 4 mL Unit-Dose Via... | CGMP Deviations: Potential for cross-contamination due to product carryover during manufacturing. | Class II | Nephron Sterile Compounding Center LLC |
| Aug 10, 2022 | PF-Neostigmine Methylsulfate Injection, USP, 3 mg/3 mL (1 mg/mL), One 3 mL Un... | CGMP Deviations: Potential for cross-contamination due to product carryover during manufacturing. | Class II | Nephron Sterile Compounding Center LLC |
| Aug 10, 2022 | Ketorolac Tromethamine Injection, USP 60 mg/2 mL (30 mg/mL), packaged in 2 mL... | cGMP Deviations: deviations leading to potential cross-contamination. | Class II | Nephron Sc Inc |
| Aug 10, 2022 | Trisodium Citrate 0.5% Solution, (0.5%/4L), contains Per Liter: Sodium 140 mm... | CGMP Deviations: Potential for cross-contamination due to product carryover during manufacturing. | Class II | Nephron Sterile Compounding Center LLC |
| Aug 10, 2022 | Colgate Anticavity Fluoride Toothpaste, OPTIC WHITE ADVANCED ICY FRESH, Net W... | cGMP deviation: Product held outside of appropriate temperature storage conditions. | Class II | Family Dollar Stores, Llc. |
| Aug 8, 2022 | Maxim Instant Foam Hand Sanitizer (benzalkonium chloride 0.1%) packaged in a)... | CGMP Deviations: Product manufactured using expired active ingredient, Benzalkonium chloride. | Class II | Midlab Incorporated |
| Aug 8, 2022 | Corsair Personal Care 99X Instant Foam Hand Sanitizer (benzalkonium chloride ... | CGMP Deviations: Product manufactured using expired active ingredient, Benzalkonium chloride. | Class II | Midlab Incorporated |
| Jul 28, 2022 | Rifampin Capsules, USP, 150 mg, 30 count HDPE bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured ... | CGMP Deviations:OOS result was observed in 1-Methyl-4-Nitroso Piperazine (MNP) impurity. | Class II | Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. |
| Jul 15, 2022 | Magnesium Citrate SALINE LAXATIVE, Oral Solution, 1.745 g, Grape Flavor, 10 F... | CGMP Deviations; | Class II | Vi-Jon, LLC |
| Jul 15, 2022 | Magnesium Citrate SALINE LAXATIVE, Oral Solution, 1.745 g, Cherry Flavor, 10 ... | CGMP Deviations | Class II | Vi-Jon, LLC |
| Jul 15, 2022 | Magnesium Citrate SALINE LAXATIVE, Oral Solution, 1.745 g, Lemon Flavor, 10 F... | CGMP Deviations | Class II | Vi-Jon, LLC |
| Jul 15, 2022 | Avant Foaming Hand Sanitizer Ophardt, Fragrance Free, 1000 mL (33.9 fl. oz.) ... | CGMP Deviations: product manufactured using deionized water from a system lacking appropriate mic... | Class II | Aire-Master of America Inc |
| Jul 15, 2022 | Protect U Guard Foaming Hand Sanitizer Ophardt, Fragrance Free, 1000 mL (33.9... | CGMP Deviations: product manufactured using deionized water from a system lacking appropriate mic... | Class II | Aire-Master of America Inc |
| Jul 15, 2022 | Common Sense Fragrance Free Hand Sanitizer, 250 Gallon Tote, Microbe Solutio... | CGMP Deviations: product manufactured using deionized water from a system lacking appropriate mic... | Class II | Aire-Master of America Inc |
| Jul 15, 2022 | Avant Foaming Hand Sanitizer, ethanol 62%, a) 18 fl. oz. bottle (530 mL), b) ... | CGMP Deviations: product manufactured using deionized water from a system lacking appropriate mic... | Class II | Aire-Master of America Inc |
| Jul 15, 2022 | Stage 2-Ophardt Foaming Hand Sanitizer, Fragrance-Free, 1000 mL (33.9 fl. oz.... | CGMP Deviations: product manufactured using deionized water from a system lacking appropriate mic... | Class II | Aire-Master of America Inc |
| Jul 15, 2022 | Protect U Guard Foaming Hand Sanitizer, Fragrance Free, 18 fl/oz. (530 mL) pe... | CGMP Deviations: product manufactured using deionized water from a system lacking appropriate mic... | Class II | Aire-Master of America Inc |
| Jun 29, 2022 | A&D Original Ointment, Diaper Rash Ointment & Skin Protectant, 16 oz. Jar, Ba... | CGMP Deviations: products were stored outside the drug label specifications. | Class II | Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Corporate Office |
| Jun 29, 2022 | Alcohol Swabsticks, Antiseptic, 50 4" saturated individual packets per box, M... | CGMP Deviations: products were stored outside the drug label specifications. | Class II | Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Corporate Office |
| Jun 29, 2022 | GenTeal Tears, Lubricant Eye Ointment, Night-Time Ointment, Sterile, 3.5 gm (... | CGMP Deviations: products were stored outside the drug label specifications. | Class II | Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Corporate Office |
| Jun 29, 2022 | Miralax (Polyethylene Glycol 3350), Powder for Solution, Osmotic Laxative, 30... | CGMP Deviations: products were stored outside the drug label specifications. | Class II | Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Corporate Office |
| Jun 29, 2022 | Eye-stream, eye wash solution, sterile, 4 FL OZ (118 mL) bottle per box, Alco... | CGMP Deviations: products were stored outside the drug label specifications. | Class II | Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Corporate Office |
| Jun 29, 2022 | Pataday, Once Daily Relief, Olopatadine hydrochloride ophthalmic solution 0.2... | CGMP Deviations: products were stored outside the drug label specifications. | Class II | Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Corporate Office |
| Jun 29, 2022 | Racepinephrine Inhalation Solution, USP 2.25%, Bronchodilator, For Oral Inhal... | CGMP Deviations: products were stored outside the drug label specifications. | Class II | Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Corporate Office |
| Jun 29, 2022 | Systane, Lubricant Eye Drops, Polyethylene Glycol 400 0.4% Lubricant, Propyle... | CGMP Deviations: products were stored outside the drug label specifications. | Class II | Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Corporate Office |
Frequently Asked Questions
When a drug safety issue is identified — through FDA inspections, laboratory testing, adverse event reports, or manufacturer quality checks — the responsible company issues a recall to remove the affected products from the market. Pharmacies pull the product from shelves, and consumers are advised to contact their healthcare provider for alternatives.
The leading causes include cGMP deviations, impurity contamination (including nitrosamines like NDMA), failed dissolution or stability testing, sterility issues, potency problems, labeling errors, and foreign particle contamination.
Use the search and filter tools on this page to look up specific medications, active ingredients, or manufacturers. Each recall entry includes the product description, lot numbers, and distribution details.