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.

Recall #: D-1183-2018
Affected scope: 23,788 100-count bottles
Initiated: August 24, 2018

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

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 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.

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.

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

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

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-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

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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.

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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