Cipla USA, Inc. recalls Albuterol Sulfate Inhalation Aerosol, 90 mcg, 200 Metered Inhalation, net content 6.7 g canister packaged in a box, Rx
Cipla USA recalls albuterol inhalers with defective containers that may leak due to missing gaskets. Owners should check product lot numbers and contact Cipla for details.
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Defective container: empty inhaler and leakage observed through the inhaler valve due to partially missing bottom seat (gasket).
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What happened, in plain English
Cipla USA is recalling albuterol inhalers that may leak because the container's seal is partially missing. This could lead to medication loss or improper use if the inhaler leaks. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/33397-cipla-albuterol-inhaler-recall-defective-container-may-leak.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/33397-cipla-albuterol-inhaler-recall-defective-container-may-leak · Updated September 23, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0938-2023
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“Cipla Albuterol Inhaler Recall: Defective Container May Leak.” GovInfoNow, updated September 23, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/33397-cipla-albuterol-inhaler-recall-defective-container-may-leak. Based on FDA recall #D-0938-2023 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0938-2023%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The inhaler's container has a partially missing gasket (seal) that can cause leakage. This means the medication may not deliver properly or could leak out of the inhaler.
Who’s affected
People with prescriptions for albuterol inhalers from the recalled lot numbers (IB20045 to IB20072) are affected. Those using the inhaler for asthma or breathing issues are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check the product label for lot numbers IB20045, IB20055, IB20056, IB20057, IB20059, or IB20072. The inhaler is a prescription-only albuterol sulfate aerosol with a 6.7g canister.
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What to do — step by step
Check Product Lot Number
Look for the lot number on the inhaler label, which should be one of IB20045, IB20055, IB20056, IB20057, IB20059, or IB20072.
Contact Cipla for Details
Reach out to Cipla USA at 1-800-222-2222 or via their website for further instructions on the recall.
Questions people ask
Is this inhaler safe to use?
The recall indicates a potential leakage risk due to a missing gasket, so it is not recommended for use until the issue is resolved.
How can I tell if my inhaler is recalled?
Check the lot number on the inhaler label; if it matches IB20045, IB20055, IB20056, IB20057, IB20059, or IB20072, it is part of the recall.
What should I do if I have the recalled inhaler?
Contact Cipla USA for instructions on how to return or replace the inhaler.
Contact Cipla
We’ve drafted a message you can send Cipla to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0938-2023 — Cipla Cipla Hello, I own a Cipla that is covered by recall D-0938-2023 from Cipla. 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-0938-2023 (June 27, 2023) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0938-2023 to see it in context.
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on September 23, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the FDA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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