Duloxetine Capsules (Breckenridge) – Nitrosamine Impurity (2024)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules, USP, 30mg, Rx Only, (a) 90-count bottles (NDC 51991-747-90), (b) 1000-count bottles (NDC 51991-747-10), Mfr. by: Towa Pharmaceutical Europe, S.L. Martorelles, (Barcelona), Spain, Dist. by: Breckenridge Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922.
Brand
Breckenridge Pharmaceutical, Inc
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in FDA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
220265: Exp. Feb 2025 220088: Exp. Nov 2024 220267: Exp. Feb 2025 220256: Exp. Feb 2025 220225: Exp. Jan 2025 220269: Exp. Feb 2025
Breckenridge Pharmaceutical, Inc is recalling Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules, USP, 30mg, Rx Only, (a) 90-count bottles (NDC 51991-747-90), (b due to CGMP Deviations: Presence of N-nitroso-duloxetine impurity above FDA recommended interim limit. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA drug enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
CGMP Deviations: Presence of N-nitroso-duloxetine impurity above FDA recommended interim limit
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm, their healthcare provider, or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 7, 2026