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Drugs & Medications recalls

Prescription and over-the-counter medication recalls

Total recalls
14,058
Top agency
FDA Drug
Years covered
2000–2026
Compiled from official public sources by the editorial team.
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Drugs & Medications accounts for 14,058 recalls — about 14.0% of the federal recall archive, of which 9% of graded records are high-severity.

The FDA, CPSC and NHTSA have published 14,058 drugs & medications recalls between 2000 and 2026 — roughly 14.0% of the 100,165-record archive. Of the 14,058 records graded for severity, 9% are high-severity. Most are issued by FDA Drug. Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not a product's inherent danger.

  • 14,058 total recalls
  • 14.0% of the archive
  • 9% graded high-severity
  • FDA Drug top agency

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Drugs & Medications accounts for 14,058 recalls, about 14.0% of the 100,165-record federal archive, with 1,277 graded high-severity, most issued by FDA Drug.

14,058
total recalls
9%
graded high-severity
FDA Drug
top issuing agency
2000–2026
years covered

Drugs & Medications recalls by year

2000–2026

0 300 600 900 1200 1500 1800 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 1797 1025 953 1253 1406 756 706 1080 904 555 658 216

Source: FDA · CPSC · NHTSA As of Jun 3, 2026

Severity distribution

Graded records only

recalls
Source FDA / CPSC severity classification

Recalls by issuing agency

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Source PlainRecalls index of federal feeds

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Recalls in Drugs & Medications

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FDA Drug Low Apr 19, 2017

BuPROPion Hydrochloride Extended-release Tablets, USP (SR), 200 mg, packaged in a) 60-count bottles (NDC 59746-317-60) and b) 100-count bottles (NDC …

Jubilant Cadista Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

FDA Drug Low Apr 19, 2017

Fluocinolone Acetonide Topical Solution USP 0.01% For Topical Use Only, Not for Ophthalmic Use, 60 mL bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured for Gavis Pharma…

Novel Laboratories, Inc.

FDA Drug Low Apr 19, 2017

Lumigan (bimatoprost ophthalmic solution) 0.01%, 7.5 mL bottle, Rx only, Allergan Irvine, CA 92612, NDC 0023-3205-08.

Allergan Sales, LLC

FDA Drug Critical Apr 12, 2017

Vancomycin HCl 750 mg added to 250 mL 0.9% Sodium Chloride For IV Use Only, Rx Only, SCA Pharmaceuticals, Little Rock, AR 72205, NDC 70004-0929-40

SCA Pharmaceuticals

FDA Drug Critical Apr 12, 2017

Vancomycin HCl 1.25 g added to 0.9% Sodium Chloride 250 mL Bag For IV Use Only, Rx Only, SCA Pharmaceuticals, Little Rock, AR 72205, NDC 70004-0923-59

SCA Pharmaceuticals

FDA Drug Low Apr 12, 2017

Nifedipine Extended-Release Tablets, 90 mg, 100-count bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured for Alvogen Inc. Pine Brook, NJ 07058 USA, NDC 47781-370-01.

Alvogen, Inc

FDA Drug Critical Apr 12, 2017

Vancomycin HCl 1.5 g added to 0.9% Sodium Chloride 250 mL Bag For IV Use Only Rx Only, SCA Pharmaceuticals, Little Rock, AR 72205, NDC 70004-0924-59

SCA Pharmaceuticals

FDA Drug Low Apr 12, 2017

Nifedipine Extended-Release Tablets, 60 mg, 100-count bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured for Alvogen Inc. Pine Brook, NJ 07058 USA, NDC 47781-369-01.

Alvogen, Inc

FDA Drug Low Apr 12, 2017

Adalat CC (nifedipine) Extended Release Tablets 30 mg, 100-count bottles, Rx only, Manufactured for Bayer Healthcare Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceutical…

Alvogen, Inc

FDA Drug Moderate Apr 12, 2017

Ventolin HFA (albuterol sulfate) Inhalation Aerosol, 90 mcg per actuation, 200 Metered Inhalations, Net Wt. 18 g inhalers, Rx only, GlaxoSmithKline, …

GlaxoSmithKline, LLC

FDA Drug Low Apr 12, 2017

Adalat CC (nifedipine) Extended Release Tablets, 60 mg, 100- count bottles, Rx only Manufactured for Almatica, Almatica Pharma Inc. Pinebrook, NJ 0…

Alvogen, Inc

FDA Drug Low Apr 12, 2017

Nifedipine Extended-Release Tablets, 30 mg, 100-count bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured for Alvogen Inc. Pine Brook, NJ 07058 USA, NDC 47781-368-01.

Alvogen, Inc

FDA Drug Low Apr 12, 2017

Adalat CC (nifedipine) Extended-Release Tablets, 30 mg, 100-count bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured for Almatica Pharma Inc. Pine Brook, NJ 07058 USA,…

Alvogen, Inc

FDA Drug Moderate Apr 12, 2017

Cotellic (cobimetinib) Tablets, 20 mg, 63 count bottle, Rx Only, Made in Switzerland. Distributed by Genentech USA, Inc., South Francisco, CA. 94080,…

Genentech Inc.

FDA Drug Critical Apr 12, 2017

Ibuprofen Lysine Injection, 20 mg/2 mL (10 mg/mL), 2 mL Single-Dose Vial (NDC 39822-1030-1), packaged in 3 x 2 mL Single-Dose Vials per carton (NDC 3…

X-Gen Pharmaceuticals Inc.

FDA Drug Low Apr 12, 2017

Fluphenazine Decanoate Injection, USP; 25 mg/mL, 5mL vials, Rx only, APP Pharmaceuticals, LLC Schaumburg, IL 60173, NDC 63323-0272-05

Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC

FDA Drug Low Apr 12, 2017

Adalat CC (nifedipine) Extended-Release Tablets, 90 mg, 100-count bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured for Almatica Pharma Inc. Pine Brook, NJ 07058 USA,…

Alvogen, Inc

FDA Drug Critical Apr 12, 2017

Vancomycin HCl 750 mg added to 5% Dextrose 250 mL For IV Use Only, Rx Only, SCA Pharmaceuticals, Little Rock, AR 72205, NDC 70004-0918-40

SCA Pharmaceuticals

FDA Drug Low Apr 12, 2017

RIVASTIGMINE Tartrate Capsules, USP, 1.5 mg, 60-count bottle, Rx Only, Mfd. By: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Limited, Bachupally 500-900 India, NDC 55111…

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc.

FDA Drug Critical Apr 12, 2017

XtraHRD Natural Male Enhancement Capsules, Herbal Dietary Supplement, 500 mg capsules, 2, 4 and 10 count boxes, Made in Malaysia, Distributed by Natu…

Organic Herbal Supply

FDA Drug Critical Apr 12, 2017

Vancomycin Hydrochloride for Injection, USP, 10 grams, Pharmacy Bulk Package - Not For Direct Infusion, For Intravenous Use, packaged in 100 mL glass…

Hospira Inc., A Pfizer Company

FDA Drug Low Apr 12, 2017

Adalat CC (nifedipine) Extended-Release Tablets, 60 mg, 100-count bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured for Almatica Pharma Inc. Pine Brook, NJ 07058 USA, …

Alvogen, Inc

FDA Drug Low Apr 12, 2017

Quinapril Tablets USP 5 mg, 90 count bottles, Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Baltimore, MD --- NDC 68180-556-09

Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc.

FDA Drug Critical Apr 12, 2017

Vancomycin HCl 1 g added to 0.9% Sodium Chloride 250 mL Bag For IV Use Only, Rx Only, SCA Pharmaceuticals, Little Rock, AR 72205, NDC 70004-0920-59

SCA Pharmaceuticals

FDA Drug Critical Apr 12, 2017

Vancomycin HCl 1.5 gram added to 5% Dextrose 500 mL Total Approximate Volume 515 mL For IV Use Only, Rx Only , SCA Pharmaceuticals, Little Rock, AR 7…

SCA Pharmaceuticals

FDA Drug Critical Apr 12, 2017

Vancomycin HCl 1.25 g added to 5% Dextrose 250 mL Bag For IV Use Only, Rx Only, SCA Pharmaceuticals, Little Rock, AR 72205, NDC 70004-0922-40

SCA Pharmaceuticals

FDA Drug Low Apr 12, 2017

Adalat CC (nifedipine) Extended-Release Tablets, 90 mg, 100-count bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured for Almatica Pharma Inc. Pine Brook, NJ 07058 USA, N…

Alvogen, Inc

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

The product is packaged in a white plastic bottle with green lettering. The label reads in part "LIFE RISING DHZC-2, blood circulation regulator (low…

Life Rising Corp S

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Baidyanath brand Saptamrit Lauh, Dietary Supplement, 80 Tablets -- Product of India --- Mfd in India - Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan (P) Ltd. 1 Gu…

Butala Emporium, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Baidyanath brand Marichyadi Bati, Dietary Supplement, 80 Tablets -- Product of India --- Mfd in India - Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan (P) Ltd. 1 G…

Butala Emporium, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Baidyanath brand Chitrakadi Bati, Dietary Supplement, 80 Tablets -- Product of India --- Mfd in India - Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan (P) Ltd. 1 G…

Butala Emporium, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Baidyanath brand Sarivadi Bati, Dietary Supplement, 80 Tablets -- Product of India --- Mfd in India - Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan (P) Ltd. 1 Gup…

Butala Emporium, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Baidyanath brand Arogyavardhini Bati, Dietary Supplement, 80 Tablets -- Product of India --- Mfd in India - Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan (P) Ltd.…

Butala Emporium, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Baidyanath brand Rajahpravartini Bati, Dietary Supplement, 80 Tablets -- Product of India --- Mfd in India - Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan (P) Ltd…

Butala Emporium, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Baidyanath brand Gaisantak Bati, Dietary Supplement, 80 Tablets -- Product of India --- Mfd in India - Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan (P) Ltd. 1 Gu…

Butala Emporium, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Baidyanath brand Shankh Bati, Dietary Supplement, 80 Tablets -- Product of India --- Mfd in India - Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan (P) Ltd. 1 Gupta…

Butala Emporium, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Baidyanath brand Brahmi Bati, Dietary Supplement, 80 Tablets -- Product of India --- Mfd in India - Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan (P) Ltd. 1 Gupta…

Butala Emporium, Inc.

FDA Food Critical Apr 5, 2017

Baidyanath brand Agnitundi Bati, Dietary Supplement, 80 Tablets -- Product of India --- Mfd in India - Shree Baidyanath Ayurved Bhawan (P) Ltd. 1 Gu…

Butala Emporium, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Apr 5, 2017

Fluconazole Injection, USP, 400 mg in 200 mL, Rx only, Manufactured for: Claris Lifesciences Inc. North Brunswick NJ, 08902, By: Claris Injectable Lt…

Claris Lifesciences Inc

FDA Drug Moderate Apr 5, 2017

Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets, 10 mg*, packaged in a) 90-count bottles (NDC 0378-3950-77); b) 90-count bottles (NDC 0378-3950-09); c) 500-count bottle…

Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Apr 5, 2017

Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets, 40 mg*, packaged in a) 90-count bottles (NDC 0378-3952-09) and b) 500-count bottles (NDC 0378-3952-07); Rx only, Mylan …

Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Apr 5, 2017

Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets, 10 mg*, 100-count Unit Dose Tablets (10 x 10) per carton, Rx only, Manufactured by: Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc., Morgant…

Mylan Institutional, Inc. (d.b.a. UDL Laboratories)

FDA Drug Moderate Apr 5, 2017

Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets, 20 mg*, packaged in a) 90-count bottles (NDC 0378-3951-09) and b) 500-count bottles (NDC 0378-3951-07); Rx only, Mylan …

Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Apr 5, 2017

Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets, 80 mg*, packaged in a) 90-count bottles (NDC 0378-3953-09) and b) 500-count bottles (NDC 0378-3953-07), Rx only, Mylan …

Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Apr 5, 2017

Levofloxacin Injection in 5% Dextrose, 750 mg in 150 mL 5% Dextrose, Rx only, Manufactured for: Claris Lifesciences Inc. North Brunswick NJ, 08902, …

Claris Lifesciences Inc

FDA Drug Moderate Apr 5, 2017

Divalproex Sodium Delayed Release Tablets, USP, 500 mg, a) 100 count (NDC 68382-033-01) and b) 500 count (NDC 68382-033-05) bottles, Rx only, manufa…

Zydus Pharmaceuticals USA Inc

FDA Drug Moderate Apr 5, 2017

Ciprofloxacin in Dextrose (5%) Injection, USP, 400 mg in 200 mL 5% Dextrose, Rx only, Manufactured for: Claris Lifesciences Inc. North Brunswick NJ, …

Claris Lifesciences Inc

FDA Drug Low Apr 5, 2017

Montelukast sodium tablets, 10 mg, 30-count bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Piscataway, NJ 08854, By: HETERO Labs Li…

Hetero USA Inc

FDA Drug Moderate Apr 5, 2017

Metronidazole Injection, USP, 500 mg/100 mL, Rx only, Manufactured for: Claris Lifesciences Inc. North Brunswick NJ, 08902, By: Claris Injectable Ltd…

Claris Lifesciences Inc

FDA Food Critical Mar 29, 2017

Life Rising TT Side Head Regulator, Chinese Herbal Supplement, 60 Tablets; Manufactured for: Ton Shen Health (USA), Chicago, IL, 60616; Made in China

Life Rising Corp S

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. Category counts and the year trend are computed across the full archive for drugs & medications. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of Jun 3, 2026.