Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Drug recall · Reported September 12, 2018
Ethosuximide Capsules, USP, 250 mg, 100 capsules per bottle, Rx only, Mfg For VersaPharm Incorporated, Maroerre, GA 30062. Mfg By: Swiss Caps AG, Kirchberg, Switzerland. NDC: 61748-025-01
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Out of specification (OOS) results for unspecified impurity.
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Akorn, Inc. recalled Ethosuximide Capsules, USP, 250 mg, 100 capsules per bottle, Rx only, Mfg For VersaPharm … - a moderate-severity action.
Ethosuximide Capsules, USP, 250 mg, 100 capsules per bottle, Rx only, Mfg For VersaPharm … was recalled by Akorn, Inc. in September 12, 2018. Reason: Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Out of specification (OOS) results for unspecified impurity.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-1183-2018 with the FDA Drug before acting.
The recall
Akorn, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Drug recall-Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Out of specification (OOS) results for unspecified impurity..
- Moderate
- severity level
- Class II
- classification
- September 12, 2018
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-1183-2018 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Drug action (record #D-1183-2018) was formally reported on September 12, 2018, with the manufacturer initiating the action on August 24, 2018. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Akorn, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Lake Forest, IL. Federal records list the affected scope as 23,788 100-count bottles.
The documented reason for this recall is: Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Out of specification (OOS) results for unspecified impurity. 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.
Children & Baby Products recalls over time
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.
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Affected scope
23,788 100-count bottles
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
Ethosuximide Capsules, USP, 250 mg, 100 capsules per bottle, Rx only, Mfg For VersaPharm Incorporated, Maroerre, GA 30062. Mfg By: Swiss Caps AG, Kirchberg, Switzerland. NDC: 61748-025-01
Reason for recall
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Out of specification (OOS) results for unspecified impurity.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | D-1183-2018 |
| Date reported | September 12, 2018 |
| Date initiated | August 24, 2018 |
| Recalling firm | Akorn, Inc. |
| Firm location | Lake Forest, IL |
| Affected scope | 23,788 100-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.
What to do with this recall
Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.
- Check the recall number (D-1183-2018) 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Ethosuximide Capsules, USP, 250 mg, 100 capsules per bottle, Rx only, Mfg For VersaPharm Incorporated, Maroerre, GA 30062. Mfg By: Swiss Caps AG, Kirchberg, Switzerland. NDC: 61748-025-01. Recalled by Akorn, Inc.. Units affected: 23,788 100-count bottles.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Out of specification (OOS) results for unspecified impurity.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on September 12, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-1183-2018.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Nationwide in the USA.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (D-1183-2018) 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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