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FDA Drug recall · Reported January 31, 2018

BodySlim Herbal Advanced technology & Strong formula capsules, 400 mg, 30-count bottle, Barcode: 9567153432481

Marketed without an approved NDA/ANDA: FDA analysis found the product to contain undeclared sibutramine.

Recall #
D-0471-2018
Affected scope
5 bottles
Initiated
December 7, 2017
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BotanicalNow recalled BodySlim Herbal Advanced technology & Strong formula capsules, 400 mg, 30-count bottle, B… - a critical-severity action.

BodySlim Herbal Advanced technology & Strong formula capsules, 400 mg, 30-count bottle, B… was recalled by BotanicalNow in January 31, 2018. Reason: Marketed without an approved NDA/ANDA: FDA analysis found the product to contain undeclared sibutramine.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-0471-2018 with the FDA Drug before acting.

The recall

BotanicalNow issued this critical-severity FDA Drug recall-Marketed without an approved NDA/ANDA: FDA analysis found the product to contain undeclared sibutramine..

Critical
severity level
Class I
classification
January 31, 2018
reported

Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-0471-2018 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Drug action (record #D-0471-2018) was formally reported on January 31, 2018, with the manufacturer initiating the action on December 7, 2017. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. BotanicalNow is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Donna, TX. Federal records list the affected scope as 5 bottles.

The documented reason for this recall is: Marketed without an approved NDA/ANDA: FDA analysis found the product to contain undeclared sibutramine. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: U.S.A. 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 - 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 agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,001 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,020 are high severity, 64,468 moderate, and 4,513 low. A further 16,157 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified high severity.

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

Severity

Critical

Affected scope

5 bottles

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

BodySlim Herbal Advanced technology & Strong formula capsules, 400 mg, 30-count bottle, Barcode: 9567153432481

Reason for recall

Marketed without an approved NDA/ANDA: FDA analysis found the product to contain undeclared sibutramine.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Drug recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Critical (Class I)
Status Terminated
Recall number D-0471-2018
Date reported January 31, 2018
Date initiated December 7, 2017
Recalling firm BotanicalNow
Firm location Donna, TX
Affected scope 5 bottles
Distribution U.S.A. 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-0471-2018) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status with FDA Drug before acting, recall details can be updated.
  • This is a Class I (high-risk) recall, stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. 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?
BodySlim Herbal Advanced technology & Strong formula capsules, 400 mg, 30-count bottle, Barcode: 9567153432481. Recalled by BotanicalNow. Units affected: 5 bottles.
Why was this product recalled?
Marketed without an approved NDA/ANDA: FDA analysis found the product to contain undeclared sibutramine.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on January 31, 2018. Severity: Critical. Recall number: D-0471-2018.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: U.S.A. Nationwide.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (D-0471-2018) 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 January 31, 2018. 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 August 2026.