Desloratadine Tablets (Lupin) – Impurity Limit Exceeded (2023)
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
Desloratadine Tablets USP 5mg a) 100 count (NDC 68180-153-01) and b) 500 count (NDC 68180-153-02) bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Baltimore, Maryland 21202.
Brand
Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot # G201822, exp. date Jan 2024, 100 count G201823, exp. date Jan 2024, 100 count G201824, exp. date Jan 2024, 500 count
Products Sold
Lot # G201822, exp. date Jan 2024, 100 count G201823, exp. date Jan 2024, 100 count G201824, exp. date Jan 2024, 500 count
Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. is recalling Desloratadine Tablets USP 5mg a) 100 count (NDC 68180-153-01) and b) 500 count (NDC 68180-153-02) bo due to CGMP Deviations: N-Nitroso Desloratadine impurity result exceeded the acceptable intake 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: N-Nitroso Desloratadine impurity result exceeded the acceptable intake 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