The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-1527-2020·Announced 2020-08-26

Calvin Scott Recalls Phentermine HCL Capsules Due to Packaging Defects

Calvin Scott & Company is recalling Phentermine HCL 30mg capsules because light-sensitive products were repackaged in transparent pouches, violating CGMP standards.

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 illnesses or injuries, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity voluntary precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

Calvin Scott & Company, Inc. is recalling Phentermine HCL Yellow Capsules 30mg, packaged in 28-count bags. The product is distributed nationwide within the United States. The specific lot affected is 19212, with an expiration date of 10/20.

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 does not meet regulatory standards for protecting light-sensitive medications.

Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using the recalled product and contact their pharmacist or the recalling firm for instructions on disposal or replacement.

The recalled product

Product
Phentermine HCL Yellow Caps 30mg, packaged in 28-count bags, Rx only, Distributed by: Calvin Scott & Co., Inc. Albuquerque, NM 87123, MFG: Tagi Pharma, South Beloit, IL 61080; NDC 51224-0202-70
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 (2)

  • Lot #:19212
  • Exp. Date: 10/20

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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