Calvin Scott Recalls Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets Due to Packaging Defect
Calvin Scott & Co. is recalling Hydrochlorothiazide 25mg tablets because light-sensitive products were repackaged in transparent pouches.
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 hazard involves a packaging defect (transparent pouches for light-sensitive drugs) without reported injuries or illnesses, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity voluntary precautionary recall.
Plain-English summary
Calvin Scott & Company, Inc. is recalling Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) Orange Tabs 25mg, manufactured by Unichem Pharmaceuticals. The recall involves Lot # 19260H with an expiration date of 1/21. The product was distributed nationwide within the United States.
The recall was initiated due to Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) deviations. Specifically, the light-sensitive drug products were repackaged in transparent or partially transparent pouches, which may not provide adequate protection from light.
Consumers who have this specific lot of Hydrochlorothiazide should stop using it and contact their pharmacist or healthcare provider for guidance on replacement medication.
The recalled product
- Product
- Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) Orange Tabs 25mg, Distributed by: Calvin Scott & Co., Inc. Albuquerque, NM 87123 Manufactured by Unichem Pharmaceuticals, NDC 29300-0128-10
- Manufacturer
- Calvin Scott & Company, Inc.
- Category
- Drug — Prescription Medication
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 (2)
- Lot #: 19260H
- Exp. Date: 1/21
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 19 recalled by Calvin Scott & Company, Inc. under a single FDA (Drugs) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.
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