The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-0927-2018·Announced 2018-07-18

Lupin Recalls Nitrofurantoin Oral Suspension Due to Subpotent Drug

Lupin Pharmaceuticals is recalling Nitrofurantoin Oral Suspension because the drug is subpotent and failed content uniformity testing.

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 is reasonably likely to cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences. The hazard is a subpotent drug, which is a quality issue rather than a direct physical injury risk like a foreign object or high-risk pathogen.

Plain-English summary

Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is recalling Nitrofurantoin Oral Suspension USP, 25mg/5mL, 230 mL Bottle. The product was manufactured by Novel Laboratories, Inc. and distributed nationwide within the US. The recall involves 3,456 cartons.

The recall was initiated because the drug is subpotent and failed content uniformity testing. This means the medication may not contain the correct amount of the active ingredient, potentially rendering it ineffective for treating urinary tract infections.

Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using the recalled product and contact their healthcare provider for a replacement. The affected lots are S700065 (Exp. 02/2019) and 700619 (Exp. 08/2019). The product is identified by NDC 43386-450-11 and UPC 343386-450-114.

The recalled product

Product
NITROFURANTOIN (NITROFURANTOIN)
Brand
NITROFURANTOIN
Manufacturer
LUPIN SOMERSET
Affected units
3,456

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 (4)

  • Lot#: S700065
  • Exp. 02/2019
  • 700619
  • Exp. 08/2019

UPCs (1)

  • 343386450114

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Same brand · NITROFURANTOIN