US Drug Recall Register
Class II · Moderate risk Ongoing Initiated Nov 1, 2023 (3 years ago)

Paroxetine Hydrochloride Tablets USP, RX only, 40 mg, 1000-count bottle…

Class II — Moderate risk. May cause temporary or reversible harm; serious harm unlikely.

Why it was recalled

Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications-Out of specification (OOS) results for the excipient Amadori Glucose adduct of Paroxetine

What was recalled

Paroxetine Hydrochloride Tablets USP, RX only, 40 mg, 1000-count bottle, NDC#:60505-0101-4 Manufactured by: Apotex Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M9L 1T9, Manufactured for: Apotex Corp., Weston, Florida 33326.

Recalling firm
Apotex Corp.
Origin
FL, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0122-2024

What should you do? A recall doesn't always mean your specific bottle is affected - it often applies to certain lots only. Check the lot number on your package against the FDA notice, and talk to your pharmacist before stopping any medication.

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