Fayosim Birth Control (Lupin) – Impurity Specification Failure (2019)
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
Fayosim (levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol) tablets USP, (0.15 mg/0.02 mg, 0.15 mg/0.025 mg, 0.15 mg/0.03 mg) and ethinyl estradiol tablets USP, (0.01 mg), packaged in 1 Extended-Cycle Wallet of 91 Tablets packed in a pouch(NDC 68180-860-11); one pouch per carton (NDC 68180-860-12), Rx only, Distributed by: Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Baltimore, Maryland 21202; Manufactured by: Lupin Limited, Pithampur (M.P.) - 454775, INDIA.
Brand
Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot #: L800016, Exp 12/2019, L800721, Exp 05/2020
Products Sold
Lot #: L800016, Exp 12/2019; L800721, Exp 05/2020
Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. is recalling Fayosim (levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol) tablets USP, (0.15 mg/0.02 mg, 0.15 mg/0.025 mg, 0.15 due to Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Out-of-specification results observed in related substance test (Any Other Individual Impurity and Total. 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
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Out-of-specification results observed in related substance test (Any Other Individual Impurity and Total impurities) in Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets USP 0.01mg at 12 month long term stability study.
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