The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-1526-2020·Announced 2020-08-26

Calvin Scott Recalls Phentermine HCL Capsules Due to Packaging Defects

Calvin Scott & Company is recalling specific lots of Phentermine HCL capsules 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 specific lots of Phentermine HCL GrayYellow capsules, 15mg. The affected products are packaged in 28-count and 56-count bags and are distributed nationwide within the United States. The recall involves lots 19197 (expiration dates 8/20, 9/20, 10/20) and 19341 (expiration date 1/21).

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 compromise the integrity of the medication.

Consumers who have these specific products should stop using them and contact their healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance on disposal or replacement.

The recalled product

Product
Phentermine HCL GrayYellow capsules, 15mg, packaged in a) 28-count bags and b) 56-count bags, Rx only, Distributed by: Calvin Scott & Co., Inc. Albuquerque, NM 87123, MFG: Tagi Pharma, South Beloit, IL 61080; NDC 51224-0203-70
Manufacturer
Calvin Scott & Company, Inc.
Category
Drug — Prescription Medication
Hazard

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 (6)

  • Lot #:19197
  • Exp. Date: 8/20
  • 9/20
  • 10/20
  • 19341
  • 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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