Drug Recall Enforcement Report Class III voluntary initiated by Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA, originally initiated on 10-23-2023 for the product Esomeprazole Magnesium Delayed-Release Capsules, USP 20mg, Packaged as (a) 30-count bottle, NDC 68462-390-30; (b) 1000-count Bottle, NDC 68462-390-10: RX Only, Manufactured for: Glenmark, Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA, Mahwah, NJ 07430, Product of India, The product was recalled due to failed impurities/degradation specifications:out of specification result reported for the test of organic impurities for the drug product,at the 18 month time point in long term stability study (25¿c/60% rh).. The product was distributed nationwide and the recall is currently ongoing.
| Field Name |
Field Value |
| Event ID |
93262 What is the Event ID?
A numerical designation assigned by FDA to a specific recall event (used for tracking purposes). |
| Recall Number |
D-0112-2024 What is the Recall Number?
An alphanumeric designation assigned by FDA to a specific, classified recalled product (used for tracking purposes). |
| Recall Classification |
Class III - is a situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences. What is the Recall Classification?
Numerical designation (I, II, or III) that is assigned by FDA to a particular product recall that indicates the relative degree of health hazard. For recalls pending classification, the entry will display as "Not Yet Classified". |
| Distribution Pattern |
Nationwide in the USA What is the Distribution Pattern?
General area of initial distribution such as states, countries, or territories. Note that subsequent distribution by the consignees to other parties may not be included. |
| Product Description |
Esomeprazole Magnesium Delayed-Release Capsules, USP 20mg, Packaged as (a) 30-count bottle, NDC 68462-390-30; (b) 1000-count Bottle, NDC 68462-390-10: RX Only, Manufactured for: Glenmark, Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA, Mahwah, NJ 07430, Product of India, |
| Reason For Recall |
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications:Out of Specification result reported for the test of organic impurities for the drug product,at the 18 month time point in long term stability study (25¿C/60% RH). What is the Reason for Recall?
Information describing how the product is defective. |
| Product Quantity |
8,448 30-count bottles, 168 1000-count bottles Product Quantity
The amount of product subject to recall. |
| Voluntary Mandated |
Voluntary: Firm initiated Voluntary / Mandated
Designates that a recall was initiated voluntarily by a firm on its own volition or after being requested to recall by FDA. “Mandatory” designates that a recall was initiated under a mandatory (statutory) recall authority, a court order, or FDA order. |
| Report Date |
11-29-2023 |
| Recall Initiation Date |
10-23-2023 What is the Recall Initiation Date?
The date that the firm first began notifying the public or their consignees of the recall. |
| Initial Firm Notification |
Letter Initial Firm Notification of Consignee or Public
The method(s) by which the firm initially notified the public or their consignees of a recall. |
| Product Type |
Drugs |
| Recalling Firm |
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA |
| Code Info |
Lot # 17220002, Exp Date 11/30/2023 Code Information
A list of all lot and/or serial numbers, product numbers, expiration dates, sell or use by dates, etc., which appear on the product or its labeling. |
| Recalled NDC Packages |
68462-390-30; 68462-390-90; 68462-390-10; 68462-391-30; 68462-391-90; 68462-391-10 |
| Status |
Ongoing |
Recalled Products