Isotretinoin Capsule
FDA Recall NDC 0591-2435

FDA Enforcement Report: View Recall Date, Reasons, and Safety Status

Active & Historical Enforcement Reports

The FDA has identified 3 recorded enforcement report(s) associated with Isotretinoin (NDC 0591-2435). A significant event, classified as Class II, was initiated on Jan 12, 2026 by Actavis Pharma, Inc.. The reported reason for this action was: "Superpotent and Subpotent"

This recall is currently ONGOING. Healthcare providers and patients are advised to check their inventory immediately against the affected codes provided below.

Reported Recall Events

January 2026 Class II Recall: Superpotent and Subpotent

Recall Number
Class II Ongoing
Reason for Recall
Superpotent and Subpotent
Initiated
Jan 12, 2026
Reported
Apr 15, 2026
Quantity
8376 packages

Recall Profile & Regulatory Data

Event ID
98275
Classification
Class II
Enforcement Status
Ongoing
Recalling Firm
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc
Voluntary / Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Distribution Pattern
FL, OH, PR & MS
Product Description
Isotretinoin Capsules, USP, 40 mg, 10 count Prescription Pacs, Rx only, Manufactured for: Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., Parsippany, NJ 07054, NDC 0591-2436-15 (carton), NDC 0591-2436-45 (blister pack).
Batch or Lot Expiration Information
Lot# Lots 100075305 Exp date 06/2027, 100075512, Exp date 07/2027 & 100076103, Exp date 07/2027 .
Affected Packages Involved in this Recall
0591-2433-45Product
0591-2433-15Product
0591-2434-45Product
0591-2434-15Product
0591-2451-45Product
0591-2451-15Product
0591-2435-45Product
0591-2435-15Product
0591-2501-45Product
0591-2501-15Product
0591-2436-45Product
0591-2436-15Product

January 2026 Class II Recall: Superpotent and Subpotent

Recall Number
Class II Ongoing
Reason for Recall
Superpotent and Subpotent
Initiated
Jan 12, 2026
Reported
Apr 15, 2026
Quantity
21984 packages

Recall Profile & Regulatory Data

Event ID
98275
Classification
Class II
Enforcement Status
Ongoing
Recalling Firm
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc
Voluntary / Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Distribution Pattern
FL, OH, PR & MS
Product Description
Isotretinoin Capsules, USP, 30 mg, Rx Only, 10 count Prescription Pack, Manufactured for: Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., Parsippany, NJ 07054, NDC 0591-2435-15 (carton), NDC 0591-2435-45 (blister pack).
Batch or Lot Expiration Information
Lot# Lots 100055426, Exp. date 02/2026, 100071518, Exp. date 04/2027 & 100072450, Exp. Date 07/2027
Affected Packages Involved in this Recall
0591-2433-45Product
0591-2433-15Product
0591-2434-45Product
0591-2434-15Product
0591-2451-45Product
0591-2451-15Product
0591-2435-45Product
0591-2435-15Product
0591-2501-45Product
0591-2501-15Product
0591-2436-45Product
0591-2436-15Product

March 2024 Class II Recall: Superpotent Drug

Recall Number
Class II Ongoing
Reason for Recall
Superpotent Drug: The 3-month stability result for assay was found to be above specification limit
Initiated
Mar 28, 2024
Reported
Apr 17, 2024
Quantity
5,304 3x10-cartons

Recall Profile & Regulatory Data

Event ID
94294
Classification
Class II
Enforcement Status
Ongoing
Recalling Firm
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc
Voluntary / Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Distribution Pattern
Nationwide in the USA
Product Description
Isotretinoin Capsules, USP 40mg, 30-count 3x10 blister packs per carton, Rx Only, Manufactured For: Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., Parsippany, NJ 07054. Blister Pack NDC 0591-2436-45, Carton NDC 0591-2436-15
Batch or Lot Expiration Information
Lot# : 100044259, Exp 06/30/2025.
Affected Packages Involved in this Recall
0591-2433-45Product
0591-2433-15Product
0591-2434-45Product
0591-2434-15Product
0591-2451-45Product
0591-2451-15Product
0591-2435-45Product
0591-2435-15Product
0591-2501-45Product
0591-2501-15Product
0591-2436-45Product
0591-2436-15Product

About FDA Recall Enforcement Reports

FDA recall data documents classified recall actions associated with a product. Most recalls are limited to specific lots, batches, or package configurations rather than every unit of a drug.

If a recall is listed for an NDC, review the affected lot information and package details carefully. Patients and healthcare professionals should confirm whether a specific product in hand matches the lot or package information before assuming it is affected.