Carisoprodol Tablets (West-Ward) – Foreign Substance (2013)
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.
This AI-generated summary is provided for general informational purposes only and is derived from publicly available recall notices. It supplements but does not replace official agency classifications or safety instructions.
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Carisoprodol Tablets, USP 350 mg, Rx Only, 1000 tablets. Dist by: West-ward Pharmaceutical Corp. Eatontown, NJ 07724. Mfd by: Shasun Chemicals and Drugs Limited, Unit II, R. S. Na 32, 33, 743 PIMS Rd, Periyakalepet, Pondicherry. 605014 INDIA. NDC 0143-9749-10.
Brand
West-Ward Pharmaceutical Corp.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
NDC 0143-9749-10 Lot: 1) 10BR001B, Exp Aug-2014 2) 10BR002B, Exp Aug-2014 3) 10BR003B Exp, Aug-2014 4) 10BR004B Exp, Aug-2014 5) 10BR005B Exp, Aug-2014 6) 10BR006B Exp, Aug-2014 7) 11BR001B Exp, Aug-2014 8) 11BR002B Exp, Jul-2015 9) 11BR003B Exp, Jul-2015 10) 11BR004B Exp, Jul-2015 11) 11BR005B Exp, Jul-2015 12) 11BR006B Exp, Jul-2015
Products Sold
NDC 0143-9749-10 Lot: 1) 10BR001B, Exp Aug-2014 2) 10BR002B, Exp Aug-2014 3) 10BR003B Exp, Aug-2014 4) 10BR004B Exp, Aug-2014 5) 10BR005B Exp, Aug-2014 6) 10BR006B Exp, Aug-2014 7) 11BR001B Exp, Aug-2014 8) 11BR002B Exp, Jul-2015 9) 11BR003B Exp, Jul-2015 10) 11BR004B Exp, Jul-2015 11) 11BR005B Exp, Jul-2015 12) 11BR006B Exp, Jul-2015
West-Ward Pharmaceutical Corp. is recalling Carisoprodol Tablets, USP 350 mg, Rx Only, 1000 tablets. Dist by: West-ward Pharmaceutical Corp. Ea due to Presence of Foreign Substance; heavy metals (chromium, titanium etc) and inactive components of the product were visually observed during routine stab. 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
Presence of Foreign Substance; heavy metals (chromium, titanium etc) and inactive components of the product were visually observed during routine stability testing
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