The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0005-2023·Announced 2022-10-05

Prescription Drug Esomeprazole Out of Specification for Potency

Sun Pharmaceutical is recalling Esomeprazole Magnesium capsules nationwide because the drug potency exceeds the specified level at the 12-month timepoint.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class III recall without reported illnesses or injuries. The hazard—out-of-specification drug potency—is a quality control issue without evidence of consumer harm.

Plain-English summary

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc. is recalling Esomeprazole Magnesium Delayed-Release Capsules, USP, 40mg (NDC 63304-735-90). The recall affects 8,640 bottles distributed nationwide in the United States. The affected product was manufactured by Ohm Laboratories Inc.

The medication in lot AC14304 with expiration 12/2022 is being recalled because it is out of specification for assay—the drug potency exceeds the specified level at the 12-month timepoint. This is classified as a Class III recall.

Consumers who have obtained this medication should consult with their pharmacist or healthcare provider for guidance on the medication in their possession.

The recalled product

Product
ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM (ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM)
Brand
ESOMEPRAZOLE MAGNESIUM
Manufacturer
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC
Hazard
  • over-potency
  • specification-failure

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (2)

  • Lot AC14304
  • Exp 12/2022.

UPCs (3)

  • 0363304734300
  • 0363304734904
  • 0363304735307

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.