Alprazolam Orally Disintegrating Tablets, USP 2 mg, 100 count bottles, Rx Only, MFG. BY ACTAVIS ELIZABETH LLC., Elizabeth, NJ, NDC 0228-4025-11

Failed Tablet/Capsule Specifications; partial tablet erosion resulting in tablet weights below specification in some tablets

Recall #: D-018-2014
Affected scope: 756 bottles
Initiated: October 9, 2013

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Actavis Elizabeth LLC recalled Alprazolam Orally Disintegrating Tablets, USP 2 mg, 100 count bottles, Rx Only, MFG. BY A… - a moderate-severity action.

Alprazolam Orally Disintegrating Tablets, USP 2 mg, 100 count bottles, Rx Only, MFG. BY A… was recalled by Actavis Elizabeth LLC in December 4, 2013. Reason: Failed Tablet/Capsule Specifications; partial tablet erosion resulting in tablet weights below specification …. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-018-2014 with the FDA Drug before acting.

The recall

Actavis Elizabeth LLC issued this moderate-severity FDA Drug recall-Failed Tablet/Capsule Specifications; partial tablet erosion resulting in tablet weights below specification ….

Moderate
severity level: Class II
classification: December 4, 2013
reported

Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-018-2014 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Drug - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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

Product description

Alprazolam Orally Disintegrating Tablets, USP 2 mg, 100 count bottles, Rx Only, MFG. BY ACTAVIS ELIZABETH LLC., Elizabeth, NJ, NDC 0228-4025-11

Reason for recall

Failed Tablet/Capsule Specifications; partial tablet erosion resulting in tablet weights below specification in some tablets

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Drug recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class	Moderate (Class II)
Status	Terminated
Recall number	D-018-2014
Date reported	December 4, 2013
Date initiated	October 9, 2013
Recalling firm	Actavis Elizabeth LLC
Firm location	Elizabeth, NJ
Affected scope	756 bottles
Distribution	Nationwide

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Drug enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Alprazolam Orally Disintegrating Tablets, USP 2 mg, 100 count bottles, Rx Only, MFG. BY ACTAVIS ELIZABETH LLC., Elizabeth, NJ, NDC 0228-4025-11. Recalled by Actavis Elizabeth LLC. Units affected: 756 bottles.

Why was this product recalled? ▼

Failed Tablet/Capsule Specifications; partial tablet erosion resulting in tablet weights below specification in some tablets

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on December 4, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-018-2014.

Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼

Distribution: Nationwide.

Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device? ▼

Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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