The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0693-2017·Announced 2017-05-10

Amneal Recalls Rabeprazole Sodium Tablets for Failed Dissolution Specifications

Amneal Pharmaceuticals is recalling Rabeprazole Sodium Delayed Release Tablets, 20 mg, because the product failed to meet 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, and the source text does not report any illnesses or injuries, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity score.

Plain-English summary

Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC is recalling Rabeprazole Sodium Delayed Release Tablets, 20 mg, in 30-count and 90-count bottles. The recall was initiated because the product failed to meet dissolution specifications.

The affected product is prescription-only and was manufactured by Amneal Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. in Ahmedabad, India, and distributed by Amneal Pharmaceuticals in Bridgewater, New Jersey. The recall covers 105,215 bottles distributed nationwide within the United States and Puerto Rico.

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

The recalled product

Product
Rabeprazole Sodium Delayed Release Tablets, 20 mg, a) 30-count bottle (NDC 65162-0724-03), b) 90-count bottle (NDC 65162-0724-09), Rx Only, Manufactured by Amneal Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., Ahmedabad INDIA 382220, Distributed by Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Affected units
105,215

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 (10)

  • Lot #: a) AR151324
  • AR151322
  • AR151325
  • Exp. 9/2017
  • AR160730A
  • AR160731A
  • AR160732A
  • Exp. 05/2018. b) AR151324
  • AR160730B
  • 5/2018.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.