The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0633-2018·Announced 2018-04-25

AvKARE Recalls Amantadine HCl Capsules for Dissolution Failure

AvKARE Inc. is recalling 2,135 cartons of Amantadine HCl Capsules, 100 mg, because the product failed dissolution specifications.

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: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, which typically indicates a situation where use of the product could cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. The specific defect is a failure to meet dissolution specifications, which is a quality control issue rather than a direct contamination or mislabeling of a high-risk allergen or pathogen.

Plain-English summary

AvKARE Inc. is recalling 2,135 cartons of Amantadine HCl Capsules, USP, 100 mg. The affected product is identified by Lot 16719 with an expiration date of 07/2018. The recall was initiated because the product failed to meet dissolution specifications.

The recalled product is distributed nationwide. It is a prescription-only medication manufactured for AvKARE Inc. in Pulaski, TN. The specific NDC for the recalled unit is 50268-069-15.

Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using the recalled product and contact their healthcare provider or pharmacist for a replacement or further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
AMANTADINE HCL (AMANTADINE HYDROCHLORIDE)
Brand
AMANTADINE HCL
Manufacturer
AVKARE Inc.
Affected units
2,135

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 (1)

  • Lot: 16719 Exp. 07/2018

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Same brand · AMANTADINE HCL