Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Drug recall · Reported February 10, 2021
Nortriptyline HCl Capsules, USP equivalent to 10mg base Mfd. by: Taro Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. Haifa Bay, Israel 2624761 Dist. by: Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. Hawthorne, NY 10532 NDC 51672-4001-1
CGMP deviations.
Compiled from official public sources by the editorial team.
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Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. recalled Nortriptyline HCl Capsules, USP equivalent to 10mg base Mfd. by: Taro Pharmaceutical Indu… - a moderate-severity action.
Nortriptyline HCl Capsules, USP equivalent to 10mg base Mfd. by: Taro Pharmaceutical Indu… was recalled by Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. in February 10, 2021. Reason: CGMP deviations.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-0246-2021 with the FDA Drug before acting.
The recall
Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Drug recall-CGMP deviations..
- Moderate
- severity level
- Class II
- classification
- February 10, 2021
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-0246-2021 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Drug action (record #D-0246-2021) was formally reported on February 10, 2021, with the manufacturer initiating the action on January 8, 2021. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Hawthorne, NY. Federal records list the affected scope as 44,256 bottles.
The documented reason for this recall is: CGMP deviations. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide. Distribution scope 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, 5 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.
Drugs & Medications recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 14,287 drugs & medications recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. 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.
Affected scope
44,256 bottles
Related Recalls
6
5 from same agency
Product description
Nortriptyline HCl Capsules, USP equivalent to 10mg base Mfd. by: Taro Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. Haifa Bay, Israel 2624761 Dist. by: Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. Hawthorne, NY 10532 NDC 51672-4001-1
Reason for recall
CGMP deviations.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | D-0246-2021 |
| Date reported | February 10, 2021 |
| Date initiated | January 8, 2021 |
| Recalling firm | Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. |
| Firm location | Hawthorne, NY |
| Affected scope | 44,256 bottles |
| Distribution | Nationwide |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Drug enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What to do with this recall
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
- Check the recall number (D-0246-2021) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Nortriptyline HCl Capsules, USP equivalent to 10mg base Mfd. by: Taro Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. Haifa Bay, Israel 2624761 Dist. by: Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. Hawthorne, NY 10532 NDC 51672-4001-1. Recalled by Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.. Units affected: 44,256 bottles.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
CGMP deviations.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on February 10, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-0246-2021.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Nationwide.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (D-0246-2021) against your product. Visit the official FDA Drug website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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