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FDA Drug recall · Reported May 22, 2024

Cefdinir for Oral Suspension USP 125 mg/5 mL (60 mL when reconstituted), 60 mL bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for: Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Baltimore, Maryland 21202, United States, Manufactured by: Lupin Limited, Mandideep 462 046, India, NDC 68180-722-04

Presence of foreign substance: Product complaint of foreign material in reconstituted bottle.

Recall #
D-0497-2024
Affected scope
17,040 bottles
Initiated
April 24, 2024
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Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. recalled Cefdinir for Oral Suspension USP 125 mg/5 mL (60 mL when reconstituted), 60 mL bottle, Rx… - a moderate-severity action.

Cefdinir for Oral Suspension USP 125 mg/5 mL (60 mL when reconstituted), 60 mL bottle, Rx… was recalled by Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. in May 22, 2024. Reason: Presence of foreign substance: Product complaint of foreign material in reconstituted bottle.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-0497-2024 with the FDA Drug before acting.

The recall

Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Drug recall-Presence of foreign substance: Product complaint of foreign material in reconstituted bottle..

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
May 22, 2024
reported

Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-0497-2024 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, 1 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.

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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.

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Product description

Cefdinir for Oral Suspension USP 125 mg/5 mL (60 mL when reconstituted), 60 mL bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for: Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Baltimore, Maryland 21202, United States, Manufactured by: Lupin Limited, Mandideep 462 046, India, NDC 68180-722-04

Reason for recall

Presence of foreign substance: Product complaint of foreign material in reconstituted bottle.

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-0497-2024
Date reported May 22, 2024
Date initiated April 24, 2024
Recalling firm Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Firm location Baltimore, MD
Affected scope 17,040 bottles
Distribution USA 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

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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?
Cefdinir for Oral Suspension USP 125 mg/5 mL (60 mL when reconstituted), 60 mL bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for: Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Baltimore, Maryland 21202, United States, Manufactured by: Lupin Limited, Mandideep 462 046, India, NDC 68180-722-04. Recalled by Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc.. Units affected: 17,040 bottles.
Why was this product recalled?
Presence of foreign substance: Product complaint of foreign material in reconstituted bottle.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on May 22, 2024. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-0497-2024.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: USA 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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