Severity
Moderate
FDA Drug recall · Reported February 20, 2013
Failed Dissolution Test Requirements
Upsher Smith Laboratories, Inc. recalled Propranolol Hydrochloride Extended-release Capsules, USP, 80 mg, 100 Capsules, Rx only, M… - a moderate-severity action.
Propranolol Hydrochloride Extended-release Capsules, USP, 80 mg, 100 Capsules, Rx only, M… was recalled by Upsher Smith Laboratories, Inc. in February 20, 2013. Reason: Failed Dissolution Test Requirements. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-160-2013 with the FDA Drug before acting.
The recall
Upsher Smith Laboratories, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Drug recall-Failed Dissolution Test Requirements.
Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-160-2013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This FDA Drug action (record #D-160-2013) was formally reported on February 20, 2013, with the manufacturer initiating the action on November 20, 2012. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Upsher Smith Laboratories, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Maple Grove, MN. Federal records list the affected scope as 60 bottles.
The documented reason for this recall is: Failed Dissolution Test Requirements Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: FL, NJ.. 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
60 bottles
Related Recalls
6
5 from same agency
Propranolol Hydrochloride Extended-release Capsules, USP, 80 mg, 100 Capsules, Rx only, Manufactured for Upsher Smith Laboratories, Inc Minneapolis MN 55447 --- NDC 0245-0085-11, UPC 3 0245-0085-11 9
Failed Dissolution Test Requirements
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | D-160-2013 |
| Date reported | February 20, 2013 |
| Date initiated | November 20, 2012 |
| Recalling firm | Upsher Smith Laboratories, Inc. |
| Firm location | Maple Grove, MN |
| Affected scope | 60 bottles |
| Distribution | FL, NJ. |
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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