SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC recalls Liothyronine Sodium Tablets, USP, 5 mcg, 100-count bottles, Rx only, Distributed by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries,
Sun Pharmaceutical recalls 5 mcg Liothyronine Sodium Tablets due to failed impurities and degradation specifications. Rx-only product with NDC 62756-589-88, lot DND0058A, exp 12/2023. Consumers should contact pharmacy for safe handling.
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Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications.
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What happened, in plain English
Sun Pharmaceutical is recalling 100-count Liothyronine Sodium Tablets (5 mcg) that may contain harmful impurities or degrade improperly. This could cause serious health risks if taken as directed. The product is prescription-only and distributed through specific channels. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/33041-sun-pharmaceutical-liothyronine-tablets-recall-impurities-risk-serious-harm.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/33041-sun-pharmaceutical-liothyronine-tablets-recall-impurities-risk-serious-harm · Updated September 23, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0083-2024
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“Sun Pharmaceutical Liothyronine Tablets Recall: Impurities Risk Serious Harm.” GovInfoNow, updated September 23, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/33041-sun-pharmaceutical-liothyronine-tablets-recall-impurities-risk-serious-harm. Based on FDA recall #D-0083-2024 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0083-2024%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The tablets may contain impurities or degrade improperly, leading to inconsistent thyroid hormone levels. This could cause serious health issues like heart problems or metabolic disturbances if taken without proper medical supervision.
Who’s affected
Prescription patients using Liothyronine Sodium Tablets for thyroid hormone replacement. Those with uncontrolled thyroid conditions are at higher risk due to potential medication imbalances.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for the product name 'Liothyronine Sodium Tablets, USP, 5 mcg, 100-count bottles' with NDC 62756-589-88 and lot number DND0058A. The expiration date is December 2023. This product is prescription-only and distributed through specific pharmacies.
- Brand
Sun Pharmaceutical- Category
Drug
All 2 products in this recall
FDA lists each product line separately under one recall event. Check your product description, lot or code numbers against each row. Every row shares the hazard and remedy on this page.
- Classification
Class II- Status
Terminated- Distribution
Nationwide within the United States- NDC
62756-589-83, 62756-589-01, 62756-589-88, 62756-589-08, 62756-589-18, 62756-590-83, 62756-590-01, 62756-590-88, 62756-590-08, 62756-590-18, 62756-591-83, 62756-591-01, 62756-591-88, 62756-591-08, 62756-591-18
| Recall number | Product, codes & lots | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| D-0083-2024 | Liothyronine Sodium Tablets, USP, 5 mcg, 100-count bottles, Rx only, Distributed by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.Cranbury, NJ 08512, Manufactured by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. Survey No. 259/15, Dadra-396 191,(U.T. of D & NH), India. NDC 62756-589-88; Lot #: DND0058A, Exp. Date 12/2023 | 7392 Bottles |
| D-0084-2024 | Liothyronine Sodium Tablets, USP, 25 mcg, 100-count bottles, Rx only, Distributed by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.Cranbury, NJ 08512, Manufactured by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. Survey No. 259/15, Dadra-396 191,(U.T. of D & NH), India. NDC 62756-590-88; Lot #: DNC2204A, Exp. Date 11/2023 | 2304 Bottles |
What to do — step by step
Contact Your Pharmacist
Since this is a prescription-only product, your pharmacist can advise on safe handling and whether to continue using the medication.
Questions people ask
Is this product safe to take?
The recall states the product may contain harmful impurities or degrade improperly, so it is not safe to take as directed. Consult your pharmacist for safe alternatives.
How can I check if I have the recalled product?
Look for the NDC code 62756-589-88 and lot number DND0058A on the packaging. This product is prescription-only and distributed through specific pharmacies.
What should I do if I have the recalled product?
Since the remedy is not specified, contact your pharmacist for guidance on safe handling and whether to continue using the medication.
Contact Sun Pharmaceutical
We’ve drafted a message you can send Sun Pharmaceutical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0083-2024 — Sun Pharmaceutical Sun Pharmaceutical Hello, I own a Sun Pharmaceutical that is covered by recall D-0083-2024 from Sun Pharmaceutical. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: FDA Recall #D-0083-2024 (October 20, 2023) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0083-2024 to see it in context.
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