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California product recalls

20,322 recalls have nationwide distribution and so reach California. 0 additional recalls listed California specifically in their distribution scope.

About recalls in California

Most US product recalls have nationwide distribution — the manufacturer ships into every state and the recall sweeps the same way. We include those in this listing because they affect California consumers even though the source notice doesn’t name the state. State-specific recalls are usually for products with regional distribution (a regional dairy, a local store brand) or where the agency was able to narrow the affected shipments to specific destinations.

If you’re checking whether a recall affects your purchase, the recall detail page lists the exact production lot codes, UPCs, and best-by dates. Match those against your package — distribution scope is a starting filter, not the final answer.

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HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0811-2023·2023-06-07
Akorn Hydromorphone Hydrochloride Injection Recalled Due to CGMP Deviations
Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Hydromorphone Hydrochloride Injection due to CGMP deviations. The firm went out of business and could not complete required stability testing.
Product
Hydromorphone Hydrochloride Injection, USP, 50mg/5mL (10 mg/mL) packaged in a) 1 mL ampules, b) 5 mL ampules, c) 50 mL vials, Rx Only, Sterile, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045. ALL NDCs
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Drug
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Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0834-2023·2023-06-07
Oxcarbazepine Oral Suspension Recalled Due to Manufacturing and Stability Deviations
Akorn Inc. is recalling all lots of Oxcarbazepine Oral Suspension 300 mg/5 mL due to manufacturing practice deviations. The firm went out of business and could not complete required stability studies.
Product
Oxcarbazepine Oral Suspension, USP, 300 mg/5 mL, 250 mL bottles, Rx Only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
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Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0774-2023·2023-06-07
Pin-Away Pyrantel Pamoate Recalled for Non-Food-Grade Lubricant Use in Manufacturing
Denison Pharmaceuticals recalls Pin-Away Pyrantel Pamoate pinworm treatment nationwide due to CGMP deviation: non-food-grade lubricant used in the manufacturing mixing vessel.
Product
Pin-Away PYRENTAL PAMOATE (Pyrantel base 50 mg / mL) Pinworm Treatment, 2 FL OZ (60 mL) bottle, Distributed by: Cara Incorporated, 333 Strawberry Field Road, Warwick, RI 05886. NDC 70309-080-02
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Drug
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Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0798-2023·2023-06-07
FDA Recalls DetomiSed Drug Due to Incomplete Stability Testing
FDA is recalling all lots of DetomiSed (detomidine hydrochloride), a prescription-only drug, nationwide. Akorn Inc., the manufacturer, went out of business and could no longer conduct stability studies.
Product
DetomiSed (detomidine hydrochloride) packaged in a) 5mL and b)20mL vials, Rx Only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company, LLC., Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
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Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0852-2023·2023-06-07
Trihexyphenidyl Hydrochloride Oral Solution Recalled for Unverified Stability
All lots of Trihexyphenidyl Hydrochloride Oral Solution (2mg/5mL) distributed nationwide have been recalled. The manufacturer went out of business and could not complete stability studies needed to verify the drug's safety over time.
Product
Trihexyphenidyl Hydrochloride Oral Solution, USP, 2mg/5mL, 473 mL bottles, Rx only, Distributed by: VersaPharm, Inc. - An Akorn Company- Lake Forest, IL 60045. ALL NDCs
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Drug
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Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0827-2023·2023-06-07
Megestrol Acetate Oral Suspension Recalled for Incomplete Stability Studies
Akorn recalled all lots of Megestrol Acetate Oral Suspension nationwide due to the firm's inability to complete required stability studies after ceasing operations.
Product
Megestrol Acetate Oral Suspension, USP 40 mg/mL, 240 mL bottles, Rx Only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company, LLC., Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
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Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0854-2023·2023-06-07
Valproic Acid Oral Solution Recalled for Manufacturing Compliance Deviation
Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Valproic Acid Oral Solution, USP (250mg/5mL) nationwide. The recall was issued because the firm ceased operations and could not complete required stability studies as mandated by manufacturing regulations.
Product
Valproic Acid Oral Solution, USP, 250mg/5mL, 473 mL bottles, Rx only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
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Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0851-2023·2023-06-07
Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution Recalled Due to Incomplete Stability Studies
Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution 0.3% because the manufacturer went out of business and could not complete required stability studies, a violation of manufacturing regulations.
Product
Tobramycin Ophthalmic Solution, USP 0.3%, 5mL bottles, Rx only, Manufactured by: Akorn , Inc, Lake Forest, IL 60045. ALL NDCs
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Drug
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Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0784-2023·2023-06-07
FDA Recalls Apraclonidine Ophthalmic Solution Due to Manufacturing Compliance Failures
Akorn Inc. is recalling all lots of Apraclonidine Ophthalmic Solution 0.5% due to manufacturing compliance deviations. The firm went out of business and could not complete required stability studies.
Product
Apraclonidine Ophthalmic Solution 0.5%, packaged in a) 5mL and b) 10 mL bottles, Rx only, Sterile, For Topical Ophthalmic Use Only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
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Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0800-2023·2023-06-07
Diuril Injectable Drug Recalled Due to Manufacturing Quality Deviations
Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Diuril (chlorothiazide sodium) Injection, 500mg/vial, distributed nationwide, due to manufacturing deviations. The manufacturer went out of business and was unable to complete required stability studies.
Product
Diuril (chlorothiazide sodium) Injection, 500mg/vial, Single-Dose Vial, Rx Only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company, LLC., Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
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Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1672-2023·2023-06-07
Partial Knee Implant Recall Due to Higher-Than-Expected Revision Rates
Smith & Nephew is recalling 2,146 cementless partial knee implants (ENGAGE system) due to complaint data showing higher-than-expected revision rates compared to similar devices.
Product
Smith&Nephew ENGAGE Cementless Partial Knee System, Coated Tibial Tray, Part Numbers: a) REF 1-10012-100, SIZE 1-LEFT MEDIAL; b) REF 1-10012-150, SIZE 1-RIGHT MEDIAL; c) REF 1-10012-200, SIZE 2-LEFT MEDIAL; d) REF 1-10012-250, SIZE 2-RIGHT MEDIAL; e) REF 1-10012-300, SIZ
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Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0853-2023·2023-06-07
Akorn Tropicamide Ophthalmic Solution Recalled for Manufacturing Quality Deviations
Akorn recalls all lots of Tropicamide Ophthalmic Solution 0.5% (15 mL bottles) nationwide due to CGMP deviations. The firm was unable to complete required stability studies after ceasing operations.
Product
Tropicamide Ophthalmic Solution, USP 0.5%, 15 mL bottles, Rx only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
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Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1659-2023·2023-06-07
QUADROX-i Adult Oxygenator Recalled for Packaging Defects Compromising Sterility
Maquet is recalling QUADROX-i Adult Oxygenators used in cardiopulmonary bypass surgery due to packaging defects that may compromise the sterile barrier. Contact with non-sterile devices could cause infection, sepsis, or ischemia.
Product
QUADROX-i Adult, Oxygenator used during cardiopulmonary bypass Model Item No. HMO 70000-USA 701067820 HMO 71000-USA 701067823 BEQ-HMO 71000-USA 701067829
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Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0786-2023·2023-06-07
FDA Recalls All Lots Akorn Artificial Tears Ointment Nationwide
Akorn is recalling all lots of Artificial Tears Ointment nationwide due to manufacturing compliance deviations. The company went out of business and was unable to complete required stability studies.
Product
Artificial Tears Ointment, Sterile, For Ophthalmic Use Only, 3.5 gram tubes, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
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Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1643-2023·2023-06-07
Maquet QUADROX-iR Cardiopulmonary Bypass Device Recalled for Packaging Damage
Maquet Medical Systems USA is recalling QUADROX-iR cardiopulmonary bypass devices due to damaged packaging that may compromise sterility. This could result in infection, sepsis, or ischemia.
Product
QUADROX-iR, used during cardiopulmonary bypass Model Item No. Description BEQ-HMO 51100-USA 701067936 Small Adult with filter, with BIOLINE Coating BEQ-HMO 71100-USA 701067880 Adult with filter, with BIOLINE Coating HMO 5
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Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0775-2023·2023-06-07
Cough Relief Medication Recalled for Non-Food Grade Lubricant Manufacturing Defect
Denison Pharmaceuticals is recalling Safe tussin PM nighttime cough relief due to use of non-food grade lubricant during manufacturing. Consumers should stop use and consult a pharmacist.
Product
Safe tussin PM, NIGHT TIME Cough Relief, (Dextromethorphan HBr, USP 7.5mg, Doxylamine Succinate 3.125mg), 4.0 FL OZ (118mL) bottle, Kramer Laboratories , Inc. Bridgewater, NJ 08807.
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Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1644-2023·2023-06-07
EarlyVue VS30 Vital Signs Monitor lacks calibration alarm, risking inaccurate CO2 readings
Philips EarlyVue VS30 vital signs monitors lack a calibration alarm, potentially causing inaccurate CO2 measurements. This could prevent clinicians from detecting changes in patient condition.
Product
EARLYVUE VS30 VITAL SIGNS MONITOR Software Version A.00.02 and A.00.01 Product Number: 863359
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Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0816-2023·2023-06-07
Levetiracetam Oral Solution Recalled Nationwide for Incomplete Stability Testing
Akorn, Inc. is recalling Levetiracetam Oral Solution nationwide after closing and failing to complete required FDA stability studies. The Class II recall affects all lots distributed in the United States and Puerto Rico.
Product
Levetiracetam Oral Solution 100 mg/mL (100 mg/mL), 473 mL, Rx Only, Distributed by: Akorn, Inc., Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
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Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1671-2023·2023-06-07
Smith & Nephew Knee Prosthesis Recalled Due to Higher-Than-Expected Revision Rate
Smith & Nephew is recalling 1,596 units of its ENGAGE Cementless Partial Knee System due to complaint data indicating higher revision rates than comparable devices. Patients should consult their surgeon.
Product
Smith&Nephew ENGAGE Cementless Partial Knee System, Tibial Anchor Stem, Part Numbers: a) REF 1-10011-100 (SIZE 1-2), b) REF 1-10011-200 (SIZE 3-4), c) REF 1-10011-300 (SIZE 5-6); Unicondylar knee prothesis
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Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1639-2023·2023-06-07
Maquet QUADROX-i Adult Oxygenator recalled for packaging damage compromising sterile barrier
Maquet Medical Systems is recalling QUADROX-i Adult Oxygenators due to potential packaging damage that may compromise sterile barriers, risking infection during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery.
Product
BEQ-HMO 71000-USA /QUADROX-i Adult, Oxygenator used during cardiopulmonary bypass Item no. 701067829
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Medical Device
Distribution
Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0780-2023·2023-06-07
Acetaminophen & Codeine Oral Solution Recalled Due to Unverified Stability
Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Acetaminophen & Codeine Oral Solution because stability studies cannot be completed. The firm ceased operations and cannot verify the medication's potency and safety.
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Acetaminophen & Codeine Phosphate Oral Solution 120mg/12mg/5mL, packaged in a) 473mL bottles and b) 40 UD cups, Rx only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
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Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0832-2023·2023-06-07
FDA Recalls All Olopatadine HCl Nasal Spray Lots Due to Manufacturing Deviations
The FDA is recalling all lots of Olopatadine HCl Nasal Spray (665 mcg, manufactured by Akorn) nationwide and in Puerto Rico due to manufacturing quality deviations and incomplete stability studies.
Product
Olopatadine HCl Nasal Spray, 665 mcg, 30.5 g bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Akorn, Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
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Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0802-2023·2023-06-07
Ephedrine Sulfate Injection Recalled Due to Incomplete Stability Studies
Akorn, Inc. is recalling all lots of Ephedrine Sulfate Injection due to manufacturing compliance deviations; the firm was unable to complete required stability studies.
Product
Ephedrine Sulfate Injection, USP, 50 mg/mL, 1mL Single Dose Ampules, For Intravenous Use, Rx Only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031. ALL NDCs
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Drug
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Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0773-2023·2023-06-07
Colic Calm Homeopathic Medicine Recalled for Manufacturing Contamination
Denison Pharmaceuticals is recalling Colic Calm, a homeopathic medicine, due to non-food grade lubricant used in the mixing vessel during manufacturing. Affected lot 8290V was distributed nationwide.
Product
Colic Calm, Colic, Gas & Reflux, Homeopathic Medicine, 2 Fl. Oz (59 ml) bottle. Distributed by Ketomi LLC, 1215 Sarasota Center Blvd., Sarasota FL 34240.
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Distributed nationwide
HighFDA (Drugs)·D-0818-2023·2023-06-07
Levofloxacin Injection Nationwide Recall Due to Manufacturing Deviations
Akorn, Inc. has recalled all lots of Levofloxacin Injection nationwide due to manufacturing process violations and inability to complete required stability studies.
Product
Levofloxacin Injection 500mg/20 mL (25 mg/mL), For Intravenous Infusion, packaged in a) 20mL vials and b) 30 mL vials, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045. ALL NDCs
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Drug
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Distributed nationwide