The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-180-2013·Announced 2013-03-06

Dr. Reddy's Recalls Citalopram Tablets Due to Chemical Odor Complaints

Dr. Reddy's is recalling specific lots of Citalopram tablets because patients reported a strong garlic or chemical smell.

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, but the source text does not report any illnesses, injuries, or hospitalizations. The hazard is limited to odor complaints without confirmed adverse health consequences, fitting the Moderate criteria for low-risk contamination or precautionary measures.

Plain-English summary

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc. is recalling Citalopram tablets USP, 40mg, 30-count bottles. The recall involves two specific lots: C108376 and C108634, both with an expiration date of 11/13. The product is manufactured by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Limited in India and distributed nationwide.

The recall was initiated due to complaints reporting a strong garlic odor or strong chemical smell associated with the tablets. This is classified as a chemical contamination issue.

Consumers who have these specific lots of Citalopram tablets should stop using them and contact their healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance on obtaining a replacement or alternative medication.

The recalled product

Product
Citalopram tablets USP, 40mg, 30-count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Limited, Bachupalli, India 502 325, NDC 55111-344-30
Manufacturer
Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, 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 (3)

  • Lot #: C108376
  • C108634
  • Exp 11/13

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 3 recalled by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, 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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