Severity
Moderate
FDA Drug recall · Reported April 29, 2026
Discoloration: Firm received five (5) complaints stating that, "Tablets discolored darker than normal and have lighter-colored spots."
Hetero Labs Limited (Unit V) recalled Pantoprazole Sodium, Delayed-Release Tablets, USP, 40 mg, 1000-count bottle, Rx only, Man… - a moderate-severity action.
Pantoprazole Sodium, Delayed-Release Tablets, USP, 40 mg, 1000-count bottle, Rx only, Man… was recalled by Hetero Labs Limited (Unit V) in April 29, 2026. Reason: Discoloration: Firm received five (5) complaints stating that, "Tablets discolored darker than normal and hav…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-0484-2026 with the FDA Drug before acting.
The recall
Hetero Labs Limited (Unit V) issued this moderate-severity FDA Drug recall-Discoloration: Firm received five (5) complaints stating that, "Tablets discolored darker than normal and hav….
Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-0484-2026 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This FDA Drug action (record #D-0484-2026) was formally reported on April 29, 2026, with the manufacturer initiating the action on March 26, 2026. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Ongoing. Hetero Labs Limited (Unit V) is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Mahabubnagar, N/A. Federal records list the affected scope as 4,740 1,000-count bottles..
The documented reason for this recall is: Discoloration: Firm received five (5) complaints stating that, "Tablets discolored darker than normal and have lighter-colored spots." Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide in the USA.. 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.
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,731 children & baby products 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.
Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
4,740 1,000-count bottles.
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Pantoprazole Sodium, Delayed-Release Tablets, USP, 40 mg, 1000-count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for: Camber Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Piscataway, NJ 08854, By: Hetero, Hetero Labs Limited, Unit V, Polepally, Jadcherta, Mahabubager-509 301, India, NDC 31722-713-10
Discoloration: Firm received five (5) complaints stating that, "Tablets discolored darker than normal and have lighter-colored spots."
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Recall number | D-0484-2026 |
| Date reported | April 29, 2026 |
| Date initiated | March 26, 2026 |
| Recalling firm | Hetero Labs Limited (Unit V) |
| Firm location | Mahabubnagar, N/A |
| Affected scope | 4,740 1,000-count bottles. |
| Distribution | Nationwide in the USA. |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Drug enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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