Severity
Moderate
FDA Drug recall · Reported June 14, 2017
Failed Dissolution Specifications: out of specification results observed for low dissolution.
Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc. recalled Zenatane (isotretinoin) Capsules, USP, 30 mg, 30-count (3 x 10 Prescription Packs) per ca… - a moderate-severity action.
Zenatane (isotretinoin) Capsules, USP, 30 mg, 30-count (3 x 10 Prescription Packs) per ca… was recalled by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc. in June 14, 2017. Reason: Failed Dissolution Specifications: out of specification results observed for low dissolution.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-0885-2017 with the FDA Drug before acting.
The recall
Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Drug recall-Failed Dissolution Specifications: out of specification results observed for low dissolution..
Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-0885-2017 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This FDA Drug action (record #D-0885-2017) was formally reported on June 14, 2017, with the manufacturer initiating the action on May 22, 2017. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Princeton, NJ. Federal records list the affected scope as 223,650 cartons.
The documented reason for this recall is: Failed Dissolution Specifications: out of specification results observed for low dissolution. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide in the USA and Puerto Rico. 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.
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.
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
223,650 cartons
Related Recalls
6
5 from same agency
Zenatane (isotretinoin) Capsules, USP, 30 mg, 30-count (3 x 10 Prescription Packs) per carton, Rx Only, Manufactured By: Cipla Limited, Kurkumbh Village, Pune 413802 India, Manufactured For: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Bachupally 500 090 India, NDC 55111-113-81
Failed Dissolution Specifications: out of specification results observed for low dissolution.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | D-0885-2017 |
| Date reported | June 14, 2017 |
| Date initiated | May 22, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc. |
| Firm location | Princeton, NJ |
| Affected scope | 223,650 cartons |
| Distribution | Nationwide in the USA and Puerto Rico |
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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