US Drug Recall Register
Class II · Moderate risk Terminated Initiated Oct 6, 2022 (4 years ago)

Rifampin Capsules, USP, 150 mg, 30-count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by Patheon…

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

Why it was recalled

Failed impurities/degradation specifications: Finished product exceeds the 5 ppm interim limit for 1-Methyl-4-Nitrosopoperazine (MNP).

What was recalled

Rifampin Capsules, USP, 150 mg, 30-count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by Patheon Pharmaceuticals Inc., OH, Packaged by GSMS, Incorporated, CA, NDC 51407-322-30

Recalling firm
Golden State Medical Supply Inc.
NDC code
51407-322-30
Origin
CA, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0012-2023

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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