Mesalamine Capsules (Sun Pharmaceutical) – Dissolution Failure (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
Mesalamine Extended-Release Capsules, USP 500mg, Rx Only, 120 Capsules per bottle, Manufactured by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited, Mohali, INDIA, Distributed by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc., Cranbury, NJ 08512, NDC 63304-089-13.
Brand
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot #s: MHD0606A, MHD0612A, Exp. 04/30/2024, MHD0613A, MHD0652A, MHD0657A, MHD0672A, MHD0673A, Exp. 05/31/2024, MHD0767A, MHD0768A, MHD0769A, MHD0785A, MHD0799A, MHD0800A, MHD0801A, Exp. 06/30/2024, MHD0827A, MHD0828A, MHD0875A, MHD0876A, MHD0898A, MHD0901A, Exp. 07/31/2024, MHD1081A, MHD1082A, MHD1087A Exp. 09/30/2024.
Products Sold
Lot #s: MHD0606A, MHD0612A, Exp. 04/30/2024; MHD0613A, MHD0652A, MHD0657A, MHD0672A, MHD0673A, Exp. 05/31/2024; MHD0767A, MHD0768A, MHD0769A, MHD0785A, MHD0799A, MHD0800A, MHD0801A, Exp. 06/30/2024; MHD0827A, MHD0828A, MHD0875A, MHD0876A, MHD0898A, MHD0901A, Exp. 07/31/2024; MHD1081A, MHD1082A, MHD1087A Exp. 09/30/2024.
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC is recalling Mesalamine Extended-Release Capsules, USP 500mg, Rx Only, 120 Capsules per bottle, Manufactured by: due to Failed Dissolution Specifications: Out of specification for dissolution.. 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: Out of specification for dissolution.
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