The Recall Desk

Hazard

Subpotent Drug recalls

405 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

What the numbers show

Total
405
Critical
19
Severe
137
Most recent
2026-09-02

Of the 405 subpotent drug recalls we have scored against our rubric, 19 (5%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 137 (34%) are Severe.

About this hazard tag

Hazard tags are short, machine-readable labels we attach to every recall to make cross-cutting queries possible — “all subpotent drug recalls regardless of agency”, “all listeria recalls in California”, “all airbag recalls in 2025”. The tags are extracted from each recall’s source text during the LLM rewrite step and validated against a fixed schema.

A recall can carry multiple tags — a Listeria recall might also be tagged ready-to-eat and undeclared-allergen. Use the full-text search if you want to combine hazard tags with brand or category filters.

51–75 of 405

  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0234-2022·2021-11-24

    Flocinolone Acetonide 0.01% Topical Oil Recalled for Subpotent Drug

    Amneal Pharmaceuticals is recalling Flocinolone Acetonide 0.01% Topical Oil because testing found out-of-specification assay results, meaning the drug may contain less active ingredient than labeled.

    Product
    Flocinolone Acetonide 0.01% Topical Oil, Scalp Oil, Rx, packaged in 4 oz. bottle, Distributed by: Amneal Pharmaceuticals Bridgewater, NJ 08807, NDC 65162-703-86
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0022-2022·2021-10-27

    AirDuo Digihaler 232/14 Inhalation Powder Subpotent Recall

    Teva Pharmaceuticals is recalling AirDuo Digihaler 232/14 inhalation powder because some units do not deliver the correct amount of salmeterol as labeled.

    Product
    AirDuo Digihaler 232/14 (fluticasone propionate 232 mcg and salmeterol 14 mcg) Inhalation Powder, Sample Not For Sale, Rx Only, Mktd by: Teva Respiratory, LLC, Frazer, PA 19355, Manufactured in Ireland, NDC 59310-530-08.
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0021-2022·2021-10-27

    AirDuo Digihaler 113/14 Inhalation Powder Subpotent Drug Recall

    Teva Pharmaceuticals is recalling AirDuo Digihaler 113/14 inhalation powder because some units contain less salmeterol than the labeled dose. The affected sample batch was distributed nationwide.

    Product
    AirDuo Digihaler 113/14 (fluticasone propionate 113 mcg and salmeterol 14 mcg) Inhalation Powder, Sample Not For Sale, Rx Only, Mktd by: Teva Respiratory, LLC , Frazer, PA 19355, Manufactured in Ireland, NDC 59310-520-08
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0025-2022·2021-10-27

    AirDuo Digihaler 232/14 Inhalation Powder Recall for Subpotent Salmeterol

    Teva Pharmaceuticals is recalling approximately 5,500 units of AirDuo Digihaler 232/14 inhalation powder distributed nationwide because some inhalers contain less salmeterol than the labeled dose.

    Product
    AirDuo Digihaler 232/14 (fluticasone propionate 232 mcg and salmeterol 14 mcg) Inhalation Powder, Rx Only, Mktd by: Teva Respiratory, LLC, Frazer, PA 19355, Manufactured in Ireland, NDC 59310-136-06
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0009-2022·2021-10-20

    Glucagon Emergency Kit Recall: Subpotent Drug in Vials

    Eli Lilly is recalling Glucagon Emergency Kits (Lot #D239382D, expiration April 2022) because some vials contain liquid instead of powder and do not deliver the full expected drug effect when administered.

    Product
    Glucagon Emergency Kit for Low Blood Sugar, Glucagon for Injection, 1 mg per vial; Diluent for Glucagon, 1 mL syringe. Rx only, Marketed by: Lilly USA, LLC, Indianapolis, IN 46285; Glucagon, NDC: 0002-8031-01
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0852-2021·2021-10-06

    Drug recall: Daytime/Nighttime Severe Cold & Flu Relief vials subpotent

    New Vision Pharmaceuticals is recalling Daytime and Nighttime Severe Cold & Flu Relief single-use vials because the drug is subpotent—meaning it contains less active ingredient than intended. The recall was initiated voluntarily on September 2, 2021.

    Product
    Daytime Severe Cold & Flu Relief 8 Pre-Measured Vials 0.51 FL OZ (15 mL) Each 4.06 FL OZ (120 mL) Total/Nighttime Severe Cold & Flu Relief 8 Pre-Measured Vials 1.01 FL OZ (30 mL) Each 8.12 FL OZ (240 mL) Total Single-Use Vials Mixed Berry Flavor NDC 69842-495-16 UPC 0 50428 64057
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    14 states
  • LowFDA (Drugs)·D-0853-2021·2021-10-06

    CVS Health Daytime Cold & Flu Relief Drug Recalled for Subpotency

    CVS Health Daytime Severe Cold & Flu Relief Single-Use Vials are being recalled because the product is subpotent—containing less active ingredient than intended. The recall affects specific lot numbers distributed across 14 U.S. states.

    Product
    CVS Health Daytime Severe Cold & Flu Relief Single-Use Vials Mixed Berry Flavor 8 Pre-Measured Vials 0.51 FL OZ (15 mL) Each 4.06 FL OZ (120 mL) Total NDC 69842-499-08 UPC 0 50428 64130 9 Distributed by: CVS Pharmacy, Inc. One CVS Drive Woonsocket, RI 02895
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    14 states
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0828-2021·2021-09-29

    Betadine Povidone-Iodine Solution Swabstick recalled for subpotent drug

    Avrio Health L.P. is recalling Betadine Solution Swabstick in single and three-count packages nationwide because the product is subpotent—meaning it contains less active ingredient than specified. Consumers should stop using affected lots and consult their healthcare provider if needed.

    Product
    BETADINE — BETADINE (POVIDONE-IODINE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • CriticalFDA (Drugs)·D-0395-2021·2021-06-02

    Acella Recalls Subpotent NP Thyroid 15 Tablets Nationwide

    Acella Pharmaceuticals is recalling NP Thyroid 15 tablets because they contain less active ingredient than labeled. The recall covers bottles distributed nationwide.

    Product
    NP THYROID 15 — NP THYROID 15 (LEVOTHYROXINE, LIOTHYRONINE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • CriticalFDA (Drugs)·D-0396-2021·2021-06-02

    Acella Recalls Subpotent NP Thyroid 15 Prescription Tablets

    Acella Pharmaceuticals is recalling NP Thyroid 15 tablets because they contain less active ingredient than labeled. The recall covers specific lots distributed nationwide.

    Product
    NP THYROID 15 — NP THYROID 15 (LEVOTHYROXINE, LIOTHYRONINE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • CriticalFDA (Drugs)·D-0397-2021·2021-06-02

    Acella Recalls Subpotent NP Thyroid 15 Tablets Nationwide

    Acella Pharmaceuticals is recalling 154,726 bottles of NP Thyroid 15 tablets because they contain less active ingredient than labeled.

    Product
    NP THYROID 15 — NP THYROID 15 (LEVOTHYROXINE, LIOTHYRONINE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0399-2021·2021-06-02

    Acella Recalls Subpotent NP Thyroid 15 Tablets Nationwide

    Acella Pharmaceuticals is recalling NP Thyroid 15 tablets because they contain less active ingredient than labeled. The recall covers bottles distributed nationwide.

    Product
    NP THYROID 15 — NP THYROID 15 (LEVOTHYROXINE, LIOTHYRONINE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0390-2021·2021-05-26

    Lupin Recalls Subpotent Cefixime Oral Suspension Bottles Nationwide

    Lupin Pharmaceuticals is voluntarily recalling 3,138 bottles of Cefixime for Oral Suspension because the drug is subpotent. The affected product was distributed nationwide in the United States.

    Product
    CEFIXIME — CEFIXIME (CEFIXIME)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowFDA (Drugs)·D-0387-2021·2021-05-26

    Nomax Recalls Subpotent Dry Eye Test Fluorescein Sodium Strips

    Nomax Inc. is voluntarily recalling 78 cartons of Dry Eye Test strips due to subpotent drug content. The FDA classified this as a Class III recall.

    Product
    DRY EYE TEST — DRY EYE TEST (FLUORESCEIN SODIUM)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0171-2021·2020-12-30

    SCA Pharmaceuticals Recalls Subpotent Vasopressin Injection Bags

    SCA Pharmaceuticals is recalling 654 bags of Vasopressin 20 Units in 0.9% Sodium Chloride because the drug was subpotent.

    Product
    Vasopressin 20 Units added to 0.9% Sodium Chloride 100 mL Rx Only, Single Dose Container, SCA Pharmaceuticals 8821 Knoedl Ct. Little Rock, AR 72205 Bar Code 70004093232
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0172-2021·2020-12-30

    Fresenius Kabi Recalls Sensorcaine Due to Low Epinephrine Levels

    Fresenius Kabi is recalling 4,411 trays of Sensorcaine (Bupivacaine HCl and Epinephrine) because the epinephrine component tested below specification.

    Product
    SENSORCAINE — SENSORCAINE (BUPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE AND EPINEPHRINE BITARTRATE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0161-2021·2020-12-23

    CitruGel Hand Sanitizer Recalled for Subpotent Drug Content

    Simex Logistics SA de CV is voluntarily recalling 1,800 bottles of CitruGel Hand Sanitizer because the product is subpotent.

    Product
    CitruGel Hand Sanitizer Advanced Formula 70% Alcohol Fresh Lemon Scent, 33.81 FL OZ (1L), Distributed By Citru Gel Inc. Henderson, NV 89052 www.citrugel.com NDC: 78247-002-01
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    4 states
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0160-2021·2020-12-23

    Simex Recalls Subpotent +Protec Hands Antibacterial Gel Topical Solution

    Simex Logistics SA de CV is recalling +Protec Hands Antibacterial Gel because it is subpotent. The product was distributed in California, Georgia, Nevada, and Texas.

    Product
    +Protec Hands Antibacterial Gel Topical Solution Instant Sanitizer Hands 70% Alcohol Antiseptic, packaged in bottles of a) 33.8 Oz (1000mL) Barcode: GOOD-GEL-04062020L; b) 127.8 oz (3780mL) Barcode 0723707893163, Distributed by: PS Promotional Services LLC Allen Street #406 Dalla
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    4 states
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0163-2021·2020-12-23

    UVT World Gel Hand Sanitizer Recalled for Subpotent Drug Content

    Simex Logistics SA de CV is voluntarily recalling UVT World Gel Hand Sanitizer because it is a subpotent drug. The product was distributed in California, Georgia, Nevada, and Texas.

    Product
    UVT World Gel Hand Sanitizer 70% Alcohol Content, 33.9 FL OZ (1LT), Distributed By UVT World Newport Beach, CA 92660 www.uvt.world Produced By: Simex Logistics S.A. de C.V. Salvatierra No. 101 Fraccionamiento El Puente Celaya, Guanajuato, Mexico Barcode: 7 00306 88677 2
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    4 states
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0162-2021·2020-12-23

    Simex Logistics Recalls Subpotent Health & Hand Gel Hand Sanitizer

    Simex Logistics SA de CV is recalling 19,008 bottles of Health & Hand Gel Hand Sanitizer because the product is subpotent.

    Product
    Health & Hand Gel Hand Sanitizer 70% Alcohol Content, 33.8 FL OZ (1L), Distributed By Blue Ridge Southern Supply, LLC 1130 Ada St. Blue Ridge, GA 30513 Produced By: Simex Logistics S.A. de C.V. Salvatierra No. 101 Fracc. El Puente C.P. 38040 Celaya, Guanajuato, Mexico. smxcontact
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    4 states
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0164-2021·2020-12-23

    Simex Recalls Lavar 70 Gel Hand Sanitizer Due to Subpotent Drug

    Simex Logistics SA de CV is recalling Lavar 70 Gel Hand Sanitizer because it is a subpotent drug. The product was distributed in California, Georgia, Nevada, and Texas.

    Product
    Lavar 70 Gel Hand Sanitizer 70% Alcohol Content, 33.8 FL OZ (1L), Distributed By Blue Ridge Southern Supply, LLC. 1130 Aba St. Blue Ridge, GA 30513 Produced By: Simex Logistics S.A. de C.V Salvatierra No. 101 Fraccionamiento El Puente Celaya, Guanajuato, Mexico, Barcode: 7 05333
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    4 states
  • ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0110-2021·2020-12-02

    Teligent Recalls Subpotent Triamcinolone Acetonide Lotion

    Teligent Pharma is recalling one lot of Triamcinolone Acetonide Lotion because it does not meet assay results.

    Product
    Triamcinolone Acetonide Lotion USP, 0.025%, 60 mL (60 grams) bottle, Rx Only, Teligent Pharma, Inc. Buena, New Jersey 08310, NDC 52565-010-59
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-0054-2021·2020-11-04

    Bausch Health Recalls Subpotent Hydrocortisone Butyrate Cream

    Bausch Health is recalling 35,424 tubes of Hydrocortisone butyrate Cream, 0.1%, because the product was found to be subpotent.

    Product
    Hydrocortisone butyrate Cream, 0.1%, 15-gram tubes, Rx Only, Manufactured for Oceanside Pharmaceuticals a division of Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC Bridgewater, NJ 08807 USA, By: Ferndale Laboratories, Inc. Ferndale, MI 48220, NDC 68682-270-15
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • CriticalFDA (Drugs)·D-0035-2021·2020-10-28

    Acella Recalls NP Thyroid 15 Tablets Due to Subpotent Levothyroxine

    Acella Pharmaceuticals is recalling NP Thyroid 15 tablets because FDA analysis found the levothyroxine content was less than the labeled claim.

    Product
    NP THYROID 15 — NP THYROID 15 (LEVOTHYROXINE, LIOTHYRONINE)
    Category
    Drug
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide