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Drugs & Medications recalls

Prescription and over-the-counter medication recalls

Total recalls
14,056
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 14,056 recalls, about 13.8% of the federal recall archive, of which 9% of graded records are high-severity.

The FDA, CPSC and NHTSA have published 14,056 drugs & medications recalls between 2000 and 2026 - roughly 13.8% of the 101,704-record archive. Of the 14,056 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.

  • 14,056 total recalls
  • 13.8% of the archive
  • 9% graded high-severity
  • FDA Drug top agency

Category snapshot

Drugs & Medications accounts for 14,056 recalls, about 13.8% of the 101,704-record federal archive, with 1,277 graded high-severity, most issued by FDA Drug.

14,056
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 904 555 658 217

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

Severity distribution

Graded records only

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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 Dec 12, 2012

Novarel¿ (Chorionic Gonadotropin for injection, USP), 10,000 USP FOR INTRAMUSCULAR USE ONLY Rx Only NDC 55566-1501-0 Manufactured for : Ferring Ph…

Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc

FDA Drug Moderate Dec 5, 2012

Pradaxa (dabigatran etexilate), 75 mg Capsules, 60 count bottles, Rx only, Distributed by Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Ridgefield, CT …

Boehringer Ingelheim Roxane Inc

FDA Drug Moderate Dec 5, 2012

Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets, 10 mg, 90 tablets per bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for: Ranbaxy Pharmaceuticals Inc., Jacksonville, FL 32257, USA, by:…

Ranbaxy Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Dec 5, 2012

Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets, 20 mg, 90 tablets per bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for: Ranbaxy Pharmaceuticals Inc., Jacksonville, FL 32257, USA, by:…

Ranbaxy Inc.

FDA Drug Low Dec 5, 2012

Advair HFA (fluticasone propionate 45 mcg and salmeterol 21 mcg) Inhalation Aerosol, 12g, 120 Metered Actuations, For Oral Inhalation with Advair HFA…

GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.

FDA Drug Low Dec 5, 2012

Advair HFA (fluticasone propionate/salmeterol) Inhalation Aerosol, 45mcg/21 mcg 60 Actuations INST, NDC 0173-0715-22, Rx only, GlaxoSmithKline, Rese…

GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.

FDA Drug Moderate Dec 5, 2012

Mylan, Tacrolimus Capsules 0.5 mg, 100 count bottle, Rx only, Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc., Morgantown, WV 26505 NDC 0378-2045-01

Mylan LLC.

FDA Drug Critical Dec 5, 2012

Reumofan Plus Tablets, 30-count bottle per Box, (remaining label information in Spanish)

Samantha Lynn, Inc

FDA Drug Moderate Dec 5, 2012

Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets, 40 mg, a) 90 tablets per bottle, b) 500 tablets per bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for: Ranbaxy Pharmaceuticals Inc., Ja…

Ranbaxy Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Dec 5, 2012

Arranon (nelarabine) Injection 5mg/mL, 50mL Vials, Rx only, For I.V. Infusion only, GlaxoSmith Kline, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709. Made in Engl…

GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.

FDA Drug Critical Nov 28, 2012

Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Acetaminophen Tablets USP, 10 mg/500 mg, 500-count Tablets per bottle, Rx only, Manufactured By: Watson Laboratories, Inc.…

Watson Laboratories Inc

FDA Drug Critical Nov 28, 2012

HYDROCODONE BITARTRATE and ACETAMINOPHEN TABLETS, USP, 10 mg/500 mg, 100-count bottle, Rx only, Mfg. for: QUALITEST PHARMACEUTICALS, HUNTSVILLE, AL …

Vintage Pharmaceuticals LLC DBA Qualitest Pharmaceuticals

FDA Drug Moderate Nov 28, 2012

Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets, 10 mg, 90-count tablets per bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for: Ranbaxy Pharmaceuticals Inc., Jacksonville, FL 32257 USA…

Ranbaxy Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Nov 28, 2012

Dr. Reddy's Quetiapine Fumarate Tablets, 25mg, Rx Only, 500 tablets. Mfd By: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Limited, Bachepalli - 502 325, India NDC …

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Nov 28, 2012

Limed Bone Gelatin, packaged in six 125 kg fiber drums and labeled in part PO NO.: P8095 GELATIN 75 BLOOM ITEM NO. RM 164. MADE IN INDIA

American Enterprises LLC dba Sterling Gelatin

FDA Drug Low Nov 21, 2012

Tobramycin Ophthalmic Oint., 0.3%, 5ml bottle, (Generic for: Tobrex), Rx only, Sterile, Mfg By Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 16590-224-05,

Stat Rx USA

FDA Drug Low Nov 21, 2012

Lemon Hand Sanitizing Wipes [n-alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride (0.1%) and n-alkyl dimethyl ethyl benzyl ammonium chloride (0.1%)], labeled as…

ITW Dymon

FDA Drug Moderate Nov 21, 2012

All Non-Sterile Products manufactured by Ameridose LLC, Westborough, MA. A complete list of all products subject to this recall can be accessed on-l…

Ameridose LLC

FDA Drug Low Nov 21, 2012

Venlafaxine ER 150mg, 30 Tabs bottle, Generic for: Effexor, Packaged and Distributed by: Stat Rx USA, LLC, Gainesville, GA 30501 NDC 42549-684-30

Stat Rx USA

FDA Drug Moderate Nov 21, 2012

All Sterile Products manufactured by Ameridose LLC, Westborough, MA. A complete list of all products subject to this recall can be accessed on-line …

Ameridose LLC

FDA Drug Moderate Nov 14, 2012

Northstar Zolpidem Tartrate Tablets USP 10 mg. Manufactured for Northstar RX, LLC Memphis, TN 38141. Manufactured by Aurobindo Pharma Limited, Unit…

Aurobindo Pharma LTD

FDA Drug Low Nov 14, 2012

AcneFree Acne Astringent Toner Pads (salicylic acid 2% w/v); 60-count pads per jar, Dist. by: University Medical Pharmaceuticals Corp., Irvine, CA 9…

Valeant Pharmaceuticals

FDA Drug Low Nov 14, 2012

AcneFree Severe Maximum Strength Acne Pore Cleanser (benzoyl peroxide 5% w/v), 3 oz (85 g) canister, Dist. by: University Medical Pharmaceuticals Cor…

Valeant Pharmaceuticals

FDA Drug Low Nov 14, 2012

AcneFree Original Strength Terminator (benzoyl peroxide 5% w/v), 1 oz. (28 g) tube, Dist. by: University Medical Pharmaceuticals Corp., Irvine, CA 9…

Valeant Pharmaceuticals

FDA Drug Critical Nov 14, 2012

Merit Convenience Kits containing Cytosol Ophthalmics Balanced Salt Solution, 18 mL Single Dose Bottle, NDC 23731-8100-8, Sterile.

Merit Medical Systems, Inc

FDA Drug Low Nov 14, 2012

AcneFree 24 Hour Clearing System containing 1-count 4 fl oz (118 mL) Oil-Free Purifying Cleanser (benzoyl peroxide 2.5% w/v) AFCS-0101-00, 1-count 4 …

Valeant Pharmaceuticals

FDA Drug Low Nov 14, 2012

AcneFree Oil-Free Acne Cleanser (benzoyl peroxide 2.5% w/v), 8 fl. oz. (237 mL) bottle, Dist. by: University Medical Pharmaceuticals Corp., Irvine, C…

Valeant Pharmaceuticals

FDA Drug Low Nov 14, 2012

AcneFree 24 Hour Severe Acne Clearing System containing 1-count 4 fl oz (118 mL) bottle Antibacterial Cleansing Wash (benzoyl peroxide 2.5% w/v) AFSV…

Valeant Pharmaceuticals

FDA Drug Low Nov 14, 2012

AcneFree Acne Pore Cleanser (benzoyl peroxide 2.5% w/v), 3 oz (85 g) canister, Dist. by: University Medical Pharmaceuticals Corp., Irvine, CA 92618,…

Valeant Pharmaceuticals

FDA Drug Low Nov 14, 2012

AcneFree 3-in-1 Acne Night Repair Foam (retinol + salicylic acid 1.5% w/v), 3 oz (85 g) canister, Dist. by: University Medical Pharmaceuticals Corp.,…

Valeant Pharmaceuticals

FDA Drug Moderate Nov 7, 2012

Leucovorin Calcium Injection USP, single use vials, 10mg/mL; 50mL, Rx only, Manufactured by: Ben Venue Labs, Inc., Bedford, OH 44146, NDC# 55390-009-…

Ben Venue Laboratories Inc

FDA Drug Critical Nov 7, 2012

Z-ROCK All Natural Male Supplement. 1 capsule blister pack, UPC 0 00309 50792 7, Distributed by Zrock USA PO Box 668297, Pompano Beach, FL 33066

Coral Rock Man, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Nov 7, 2012

UP & UP brand, kid's foaming hand sanitizer, alcohol free, 99.9% effective against germs, Apple-cleani, 6.7FL oz (200mL), Distributed by Target Corp…

DermaCare, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Nov 7, 2012

UP & UP brand, kid's foaming hand sanitizer, alcohol free, 99.9% effective against germs, Sweet s'melon, 6.7FL oz (200mL), Distributed by Target Cor…

DermaCare, Inc.

FDA Drug Critical Nov 7, 2012

X-ROCK 3 Day Pill For Men, supplied in 1 and 2 capsule blister packs and 6, 12 and 24 count bottles, UPC 0 00309 50792 7, Distributed by: MATE Enter…

Coral Rock Man, Inc.

FDA Drug Critical Nov 7, 2012

X-ROCK For Men, Dietary Supplement, Manufactured by CRM Laboratories, Distributed by XRock Industries, PO Box 120863, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312, 0 …

XRock Industries, LLC

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 31, 2012

Premier Value Fiber Capsules, Fiber Capsules, 100% Natural Psyllium Fiber, Relieves Constipation, Restores Regularity, 160 Capsules per bottle, Distr…

Raritan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 31, 2012

Kombiglyze XR (saxagliptin and metformin HCl extended-release) tablets, Physician Sample-Not For Sale, 7 Tablets per Carton, 5 mg/500 mg, Rx only, Ma…

Bristol-myers Squibb Company

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 31, 2012

Leader Fiber Capsules, 100% Natural Psyllium Fiber Laxative, Dietary Fiber Supplement, Relieves Constipation, Restores Regularity, 100 capsules per b…

Raritan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 31, 2012

Wal-Mucil 100% Natural Fiber, 100% Natural Psyllium Seed Husk, Fiber Laxative/Supplement, a)160 capsules per bottle (item #503663), and b) 320 capsul…

Raritan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 31, 2012

Equate Fiber Therapy, 100% Natural Psyllium Husk Fiber, Fiber Laxative/Fiber Supplement, 160 capsules per bottle, Distributed by: Wal-Mart Stores, In…

Raritan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 31, 2012

Berkley & Jensen Fiber Capsules, Fiber Laxative/Fiber Supplement, 100% Natural Psyllium Fiber, 400 capsules per bottle, Distributed by: BJWC, 25 Rese…

Raritan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 31, 2012

Necon 10/11 (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) Tablets USP, 0.5 mg/35 mcg, 1 mg/35 mcg, inert tablets, 28-count tablets per dispenser packaged in …

Watson Laboratories Inc

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 31, 2012

Wal-Mucil Plus Calcium Fiber Capsules,100% Natural Fiber, 100% Natural Psyllium Seed Husk, Calcium/Dietary Fiber Supplement, 240 Capsules per bottle,…

Raritan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 31, 2012

Zovia (ethynodiol diacetate and ethinyl estradiol) Tablets USP, 1 mg/35 mcg, inert tablets, 28-count tablets per dispenser packaged in 6 Tablet Dispe…

Watson Laboratories Inc

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 31, 2012

Best Choice Health Care, Psyllium Fiber Supplement, 100% natural Psyllium Fiber Laxative, 100 capsules per bottle, Proudly Distributed by: Valu Merch…

Raritan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 31, 2012

Kombiglyze XR (saxagliptin and metformin HCl extended-release) tablets, Physician Sample-Not For Sale, 6 Tablets per Carton, 2.5 mg/1000 mg, Rx only,…

Bristol-myers Squibb Company

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 31, 2012

CVS Pharmacy Fiber Capsules for Regularity, Dietary Fiber Supplement, 100 Capsules per bottle, Distributed by: CVS Pharmacy, Inc., Woonsocket, RI 028…

Raritan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 31, 2012

Perphenazine Tablets, USP, 8 mg, 100-count tablets per bottle, Manufactured for: Qualitest Pharmaceuticals, Huntsville, AL 35811, NDC 0603-5092-21.

Vintage Pharmaceuticals LLC DBA Qualitest Pharmaceuticals

FDA Drug Moderate Oct 31, 2012

Doxazosin Tablets, USP, 2 mg, 100 count bottles, labeled in part ***Manufactured in Australia by: ALPHAPHARM PTY LTD, 15 Garnet Street***Rx Only*** …

Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.

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Category data as of Jun 3, 2026.

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.