Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. recalls Mibelas 24 Fe (norethindrone acetate and ethinyl estradiol tablets and ferrous fumarate tablets) chewable,1 mg/0.02
Lupin Pharmaceuticals recalls Mibelas 24 Fe (norethindrone acetate and ethinyl estradiol tablets) due to failed impurities tests. These birth control tablets may contain unsafe levels of related substances. Consumers should check their product details and contact Lupin for guidance.
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Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Out of specification result observed in related substance test.
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What happened, in plain English
Lupin Pharmaceuticals is recalling Mibelas 24 Fe birth control tablets because tests showed impurities that could be unsafe. This recall affects specific batches with expiration dates up to October 2021. The issue may pose health risks if the impurities are not controlled properly. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/36923-lupin-mibelas-24-fe-tablets-recall-impurities-may-cause-safety.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/36923-lupin-mibelas-24-fe-tablets-recall-impurities-may-cause-safety · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-1502-2020
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“Lupin Mibelas 24 Fe Tablets Recall: Impurities May Cause Safety Risks.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/36923-lupin-mibelas-24-fe-tablets-recall-impurities-may-cause-safety. Based on FDA recall #D-1502-2020 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-1502-2020%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The tablets failed impurities tests, meaning they may contain unsafe levels of related substances. This could potentially cause health issues if the impurities are not properly controlled during manufacturing or storage.
Who’s affected
Women who have been prescribed Mibelas 24 Fe birth control tablets by a doctor. Those using the specific batch numbers listed in the recall are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check the product label for the brand name 'Mibelas 24 Fe' and the NDC numbers 68180-911-11 or 68180-911-13. The recall includes specific batch numbers with expiration dates up to October 2021.
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What to do — step by step
Check Product Details
Look for the NDC numbers 68180-911-11 or 68180-911-13 on the product packaging.
Contact Manufacturer
Reach out to Lupin Pharmaceuticals for further guidance on the recall.
Questions people ask
What is the specific product being recalled?
Mibelas 24 Fe birth control tablets with NDC numbers 68180-911-11 or 68180-911-13.
What batch numbers are affected?
Lot numbers L900017, L900070 (exp. 12/31/2020), L900589 (exp. 03/31/2021), L901085 (exp. 04/30/2021), L901008 (exp. 06/30/2021), L901641, L901735 (exp. 10/31/2021).
Do I need to stop using these tablets immediately?
The recall does not require immediate discontinuation; check the product details and contact Lupin for guidance.
Contact Lupin Pharmaceuticals
We’ve drafted a message you can send Lupin Pharmaceuticals to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-1502-2020 — Lupin Pharmaceuticals Lupin Pharmaceuticals Hello, I own a Lupin Pharmaceuticals that is covered by recall D-1502-2020 from Lupin Pharmaceuticals. 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-1502-2020 (July 21, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-1502-2020 to see it in context.
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