The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-1013-2019·Announced 2019-03-27

Mylan Recalls Alprazolam Tablets Due to Elevated Impurity Levels

Mylan Institutional, Inc. is recalling specific lots of Alprazolam Tablets, 0.25 mg, because elevated levels of a known impurity were detected during stability testing.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The source text explicitly identifies the agency classification as Class II. According to the severity rubric, an FDA Class II recall corresponds to a score of 4 (Severe), as it indicates a risk of temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Plain-English summary

Mylan Institutional, Inc. (d.b.a. UDL Laboratories) is recalling 10,281 cartons of Alprazolam Tablets, USP, 0.25 mg. The affected product is identified by NDC 51079-788-20 and includes lots 3095198, 3096266, and 3098776, all with an expiration date of 05-2019.

The recall was initiated because elevated levels of a known impurity were detected during a 6-month room temperature stability interval. The agency has classified this recall as Class II, indicating that use of, or exposure to, the violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

The affected product was distributed nationwide in the United States and in Puerto Rico. Consumers and healthcare providers should check their inventory for the specific lot numbers and expiration dates listed above. If the product is found, it should be returned to the pharmacy or distributor for credit or replacement.

The recalled product

Product
Alprazolam Tablets, USP, 0.25 mg, 10x10 per carton, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc., Morgantown, WV 26505 USA. NDC: 51079-788-20
Hazard
Affected units
10,281

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)

  • Lots: 3095198
  • 3096266
  • 3098776
  • EXP 05-2019

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 1 state specifically: