Tamsulosin Hydrochloride Capsules (Macleods) – Dissolution 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
Tamsulosin Hydrochloride Capsules, USP 0.4 mg Rx only a) 100 count (NDC 33342-159-11), b) 500 count (NDC 33342-159-15) and c) 1000 count (NDC 33342-159-44) bottles, Manufactured : Macleods Pharma USA, Inc Plainsboro, NJ Manufactured by: Macleods Pharmaceuticals Ltd Baddi, Himchal Pradesh, INDIA
Brand
Macleods Pharma Usa Inc
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
a) BTP803A, exp 08/2020, b) BTP802A, exp 07/2020, BTP901A, exp 12/2020, c) BTP802B, exp 07/2020
Products Sold
a) BTP803A, exp 08/2020; b) BTP802A, exp 07/2020, BTP901A, exp 12/2020; c) BTP802B, exp 07/2020
Macleods Pharma Usa Inc is recalling Tamsulosin Hydrochloride Capsules, USP 0.4 mg Rx only a) 100 count (NDC 33342-159-11), b) 500 coun due to Failed Dissolution Specifications. 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 Dissolution Specifications
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.
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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