The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-1398-2012·Announced 2012-07-04

Shionogi Recalls Nisoldipine Extended Release Tablets for Dissolution Failure

Shionogi Inc. is recalling Nisoldipine Extended Release Tablets, 17mg, because a specific lot failed USP dissolution testing requirements.

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 involves a situation that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences. The specific defect is a dissolution failure, which is a quality control issue rather than a direct contamination or acute hazard like a high-risk pathogen or structural defect.

Plain-English summary

Shionogi Inc. is recalling Nisoldipine Extended Release Tablets, 17mg, 100 count bottles. The recall involves 7,230 bottles of the prescription medication, which is manufactured for Prasco Laboratories and manufactured by SkyePharma production SAS. The specific lot number is 2021956, with an expiration date of 01/2013.

The recall was initiated because the product failed USP Dissolution Test Requirements, specifically resulting in an out-of-specification dissolution result at the 18-month time point. This indicates that the tablets may not release the medication at the intended rate.

The affected product was distributed in Pennsylvania. Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using the recalled product and contact their pharmacist or healthcare provider for a replacement or refund.

The recalled product

Product
Nisoldipine Extended Release Tablets, 17mg, 100 count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for: Prasco Laboratories Mason OH 45040, Manufactured by SkyePharma production SAS 38297, Saint Quentin-Pallavier, France, NDC: 0677-1979-01
Manufacturer
Shionogi Inc.
Affected units
7,230

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 (3)

  • Lot number: 2021956
  • Exp
  • 01/2013

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state: