US Drug Recall Register
Class II · Moderate risk Terminated Initiated Dec 20, 2013 (13 years ago)

Diclofenac Sodium and Misoprostol Delayed-Release Tablets

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

Why it was recalled

Failed Tablet/Capsule Specifications: Split tablets were found in the 12-month stability samples.

What was recalled

Diclofenac Sodium and Misoprostol Delayed-Release Tablets, 75 mg/0.2 mg, 60-count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by: Watson Laboratories, Inc., Corona, CA 92880, NDC 0591-0398-60, UPC 3 05910 39860 6.

Recalling firm
Watson Laboratories, Inc.-(Actavis) - Florida
NDC code
0591-0398-60
Origin
FL, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-1082-2014

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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