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FDA Drug recall · Reported February 7, 2024

Rifampin Capsules USP 150mg, 30-count bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Baltimore, Maryland 21202 United States, Manufactured Lupin Limited, Aurangabad 431 210 INDIA, NDC 68180-658-06

Subpotent Drug and Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications

Recall #
D-0283-2024
Affected scope
15,576 Bottles
Initiated
January 5, 2024
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Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. recalled Rifampin Capsules USP 150mg, 30-count bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Lupin Pharmace… - a moderate-severity action.

Rifampin Capsules USP 150mg, 30-count bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Lupin Pharmace… was recalled by Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. in February 7, 2024. Reason: Subpotent Drug and Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-0283-2024 with the FDA Drug before acting.

The recall

Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Drug recall-Subpotent Drug and Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications.

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
February 7, 2024
reported

Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-0283-2024 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Drug action (record #D-0283-2024) was formally reported on February 7, 2024, with the manufacturer initiating the action on January 5, 2024. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Baltimore, MD. Federal records list the affected scope as 15,576 Bottles.

The documented reason for this recall is: Subpotent Drug and Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Product was distributed to 32 Wholesale/distributor accounts who further distributed the product to 156 distribution sites.. 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 and 1 from Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. - 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.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

15,576 Bottles

Related Recalls

6

5 from same agency

Product description

Rifampin Capsules USP 150mg, 30-count bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Baltimore, Maryland 21202 United States, Manufactured Lupin Limited, Aurangabad 431 210 INDIA, NDC 68180-658-06

Reason for recall

Subpotent Drug and Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications

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-0283-2024
Date reported February 7, 2024
Date initiated January 5, 2024
Recalling firm Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Firm location Baltimore, MD
Affected scope 15,576 Bottles
Distribution Product was distributed to 32 Wholesale/distributor accounts who further distributed the product to 156 distribution sites.

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-0283-2024) 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

This page summarizes the official FDA Drug record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Rifampin Capsules USP 150mg, 30-count bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Baltimore, Maryland 21202 United States, Manufactured Lupin Limited, Aurangabad 431 210 INDIA, NDC 68180-658-06. Recalled by Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc.. Units affected: 15,576 Bottles.
Why was this product recalled?
Subpotent Drug and Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on February 7, 2024. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-0283-2024.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Product was distributed to 32 Wholesale/distributor accounts who further distributed the product to 156 distribution sites..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (D-0283-2024) 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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Drug, reported February 7, 2024. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.