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Amlodipine Besylate Tablets, USP, 5 mg*, packaged in a) 100-count (10 x 10) unit dose blisters per carton, NDC 51079-451-20; b) 300-count (10 x 30) unit dose blisters per carton, NDC 51079-451-56, c) 25-count (25 x 1) Robot-Rx Ready Packages in a carton, NDC 51079-451-19; and d) 30-count tablets per dosage card in a carton, NDC 51079-451-69, Rx only, Manufactured by: Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc., Morgantown, WV 26505; Packaged and Distributed By: UDL Laboratories, Inc., Rockford, IL 61103.

Reported: August 31, 2016 Initiated: September 17, 2013 #D-1467-2016 a) 42,733 cartons; b) 3,267 cartons; c) 10,303 cartons; d) 4,262,856 cartons units

Mylan Institutional, Inc. (d.b.a. UDL Laboratories) issued this FDA Drug recall on August 31, 2016. Classified as Moderate severity (Class II). Approximately a) 42,733 cartons; b) 3,267 cartons; c) 10,303 cartons; d) 4,262,856 cartons units are affected. The recall was issued because: CGMP Deviations: Pharmaceuticals were produced and distributed with active ingredients not manufactured according to Go…. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.

Recall Insight

This FDA Drug action (record #D-1467-2016) was formally reported on August 31, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on September 17, 2013. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Mylan Institutional, Inc. (d.b.a. UDL Laboratories) is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Rockford, IL. Federal records indicate a) 42,733 cartons; b) 3,267 cartons; c) 10,303 cartons; d) 4,262,856 cartons units are affected, placing this recall in the million-unit bracket that typically triggers nationwide consumer alerts and retailer sweeps.

The documented reason for this recall is: CGMP Deviations: Pharmaceuticals were produced and distributed with active ingredients not manufactured according to Good Manufacturing Practices. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide, Puerto Rico and Guam. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 10 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.

Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity1Class I (Critical)Class II (Moderate)Class III (Low)
Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity

Moderate

Units Affected

a) 42,733 cartons; b) 3,267 cartons; c) 10,303 cartons; d) 4,262,856 cartons

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product Description

Amlodipine Besylate Tablets, USP, 5 mg*, packaged in a) 100-count (10 x 10) unit dose blisters per carton, NDC 51079-451-20; b) 300-count (10 x 30) unit dose blisters per carton, NDC 51079-451-56, c) 25-count (25 x 1) Robot-Rx Ready Packages in a carton, NDC 51079-451-19; and d) 30-count tablets per dosage card in a carton, NDC 51079-451-69, Rx only, Manufactured by: Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc., Morgantown, WV 26505; Packaged and Distributed By: UDL Laboratories, Inc., Rockford, IL 61103.

Reason for Recall

CGMP Deviations: Pharmaceuticals were produced and distributed with active ingredients not manufactured according to Good Manufacturing Practices.

Details

Units Affected
a) 42,733 cartons; b) 3,267 cartons; c) 10,303 cartons; d) 4,262,856 cartons
Distribution
Nationwide, Puerto Rico and Guam
Location
Rockford, IL

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-1467-2016
Date reported August 31, 2016
Date initiated September 17, 2013
Recalling firm Mylan Institutional, Inc. (d.b.a. UDL Laboratories)
Units affected a) 42,733 cartons; b) 3,267 cartons; c) 10,303 cartons; d) 4,262,856 cartons
Distribution Nationwide, Puerto Rico and Guam

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Drug enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

a) 42,733 cartons; b) 3,267 cartons; c) 10,303 cartons; d) 4,262,856 cartons units affected — million-unit bracket.

Regional (<10K units)
Multi-state (10K – 100K units)
Large-scale (100K – 1M units)
Massive (≥1M units) ✓ This recall

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Amlodipine Besylate Tablets, USP, 5 mg*, packaged in a) 100-count (10 x 10) unit dose blisters per carton, NDC 51079-451-20; b) 300-count (10 x 30) unit dose blisters per carton, NDC 51079-451-56, c) 25-count (25 x 1) Robot-Rx Ready Packages in a carton, NDC 51079-451-19; and d) 30-count tablets per dosage card in a carton, NDC 51079-451-69, Rx only, Manufactured by: Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc., Morgantown, WV 26505; Packaged and Distributed By: UDL Laboratories, Inc., Rockford, IL 61103.. Recalled by Mylan Institutional, Inc. (d.b.a. UDL Laboratories). Units affected: a) 42,733 cartons; b) 3,267 cartons; c) 10,303 cartons; d) 4,262,856 cartons.
Why was this product recalled?
CGMP Deviations: Pharmaceuticals were produced and distributed with active ingredients not manufactured according to Good Manufacturing Practices.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on August 31, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-1467-2016.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide, Puerto Rico and Guam.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (D-1467-2016) 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.

Recall Context

Product recalls are issued when a manufacturer, distributor, or federal agency determines that a product poses a safety risk to consumers. This recall is classified as moderate severity, indicating the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. Across PlainRecalls, we track 83,000+ recalls from FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA to help consumers stay informed and act quickly when safety issues arise.

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Data Sources

Data as of 2025. Source: FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS federal recall databases.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
  • Source: USDA FSIS — Food Safety and Inspection Service (meat, poultry, and egg product recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

All federal data sources used on this page

Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS) Aggregated multi-agency recall feeds · 2024 Recall data normalized across federal agency feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS).