Captomer (Thorne) – Unapproved Supplement (2014)
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
Captomer [succinic acid (from 100 mg DMSA)] capsules, 65 mg, 45-count bottles, Manufactured By: Thorne Research, Inc., P.O. Box 25, Dover, Idaho 83825, UPC 6 93749 74002 5
Brand
Thorne Research Inc
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Thorne Research Inc is recalling Captomer [succinic acid (from 100 mg DMSA)] capsules, 65 mg, 45-count bottles, Manufactured By: Thor due to Marketed Without An Approved NDA/ANDA: Captomer and Captomer-250 are marketed as dietary supplements and labeled to be sourced from Dimercaptosuccinic. 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
Marketed Without An Approved NDA/ANDA: Captomer and Captomer-250 are marketed as dietary supplements and labeled to be sourced from Dimercaptosuccinic Acid (DMSA) which is the active ingredient in an FDA approved drug making these products unapproved new drugs.
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