L-Citrulline (Medisca) – Incorrect Labeling (2014)
Class I: A situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death
Class I recall indicates potential for serious health consequences.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
CITRULLINE (L) in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g and 1 kg plastic bottles, White crystals or crystalline powder, odorless, For Use and distribution in prescription compounding, manufacturing, processing, or repackaging only in accordance with FDA regulations and applicable law, Packaged by Medisca Inc. Plattsburgh, NY 12901, USA, NDC #s: 38779-1186-4 (25 g), 38779-1186-5 (100 g), 38779-1186-8 (500 g), 38779-1186-9 (1 kg).
Brand
Medisca Inc
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot #s: 95482/A, 95482/B, 95482/C, 95482/D, 96453/A, 96453/B, 96453/C, and 96453/D, Exp. 10/31/2014
Products Sold
Lot #s: 95482/A, 95482/B, 95482/C, 95482/D, 96453/A, 96453/B, 96453/C, and 96453/D, Exp. 10/31/2014
Medisca Inc is recalling CITRULLINE (L) in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g and 1 kg plastic bottles, White crystals or crystalline powder, due to Labeling: Label Mix-Up: FDA tested samples of API from Medisca, labeled as to contain L-Citrulline, and results revealed no L-Citrulline was present. . 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
Labeling: Label Mix-Up: FDA tested samples of API from Medisca, labeled as to contain L-Citrulline, and results revealed no L-Citrulline was present. Levels of N-acetyl-leucine were found instead.
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 10, 2026