Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation recalls
Every recall we track for Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation — 7 in all, from 2022–2026 — plus the complaints and injury reports the public filed about them.
Recalls per year, by danger level
Recalls from Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation peaked in 2022 (5); 7 since 2017.
All FDA recall records for Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation since 2017, counted by recall date (one bar per calendar year; 2026 is partial). Danger level is GovInfoNow’s plain-language rating; “not yet rated” records are still being written up.
| Year | Stop using now | Use caution | Lower risk | Not yet rated | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 (to date) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Most common reasons for Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation recalls
What to do if you have a recalled Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation product
- Match the NDC and lot number on your bottle or box to the recall.
- Don’t stop a prescription on your own — ask your pharmacist or doctor for a replacement first.
- Report side effects to FDA MedWatch.
All Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation recalls
4 shown- Lower riskDrug
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation recalls Diovan (valsartan) 160 mg, 90 tablets, Rx only, Manufactured by: Patheon Manufacturing Services LLC, Greenville, NC
Novartis recalls Diovan 160mg tablets (NDC 0078-0359-34) manufactured by Patheon in Greenville, NC with lot AV5913C. Failed dissolution specifications may affect drug effectiveness.
NovartisAug 4, 2026 - Lower riskDrug
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation recalls SANDIMMUNE Oral Solution (cyclosporine oral solution, USP) 100 mg/mL, 50 mL bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured by: DELPHARM
Novartis recalls Sandimmune Oral Solution (100 mg/mL, 50mL) with crystallization risk. Affected lots from Huningue, France, expire 09/30/2024.
NovartisNov 22, 2023 - Lower riskDrug
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation recalls Neoral soft gelatin capsules (cyclosporine capsules, USP) Modified, 25 mg, Rx Only, 30 Soft Gelatin Capsules per
Novartis recalls Neoral soft gelatin capsules (25mg) due to ethanol content exceeding specifications during stability testing. This may affect medication safety for immunosuppressed patients.
NovartisSep 16, 2022 - UnratedDrug
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation recalls Xiidra (lifitegrast ophthalmic solution) 5% PROFESSIONAL SAMPLE, packaged in a) 5 single-use containers (0.2 mL each
Novartis recalls Xiidra 5% professional sample vials due to failed impurities and degradation specifications. This medication is for prescription use only and may pose risks if improperly stored.
NovartisMay 10, 2022
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation recall questions
How many recalls has Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation had?
7 recalls from Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation are on record with U.S. safety agencies, from 2022–2026.
What is the most recent Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation recall?
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation recalls Diovan (valsartan) 160 mg, 90 tablets, Rx only, Manufactured by: Patheon Manufacturing Services LLC, Greenville, NC, dated Aug 4, 2026. Every Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation recall is listed on this page, newest first.
Why are Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation products recalled?
The most common reasons on record: Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications. (4).
What should I do if I have a recalled Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation product?
Match the NDC and lot number on your bottle or box to the recall. Don’t stop a prescription on your own — ask your pharmacist or doctor for a replacement first. Report side effects to FDA MedWatch.
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