The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0457-2025·Announced 2025-06-11

Lacosamide Oral Solution recalled for defective leaking containers

Apotex Corp. is recalling Lacosamide Oral Solution because certain bottles may leak when stored horizontally. Patients taking this seizure medication should contact their pharmacy or healthcare provider.

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 classified this as Class II, and the hazard is a defective container with potential for medication leakage. The source text does not report any illnesses or injuries, making this a precautionary recall due to a manufacturing defect.

Plain-English summary

Apotex Corp. is recalling Lacosamide Oral Solution, USP, 10 mg/mL in 200 mL bottles (NDC 60505-0405-4) distributed nationwide in the United States. The recall was initiated due to defective containers that may leak when stored horizontally.

Lacosamide is a prescription medication used to treat seizures. A leaking container could result in loss of medication and potential patient harm if the patient does not receive the intended dose.

Patients currently taking this medication should not stop taking it without consulting their healthcare provider. Instead, contact the pharmacy where the prescription was filled or speak with a healthcare provider about obtaining a replacement supply. The affected batch is Batch # TZ5589 with expiration date 01/31/2026. Approximately 20,648 bottles were distributed.

The recalled product

Product
Lacosamide Oral Solution, USP, 10 mg/mL, 200 mL, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Apotex Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M9L 1T9, Manufactured for: Apotex Corp., Weston FL 33326, NDC 60505-0405-4
Manufacturer
Apotex Corp.
Hazard
  • defective-container
  • leaking-unit

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)

  • Batch # TZ5589
  • Exp Date: 01/31/2026

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.