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Drug recall · FDA · Published May 22, 2020

The Harvard Drug Group recalls Doxycycline Hyclate Tablets, USP, 100 mg, packaged in a) 3x10 unit dose cartons (NDC 0904-0430-04) and b) 5 x 10 unit

The Harvard Drug Group recalls Doxycycline Hyclate 100mg tablets that failed dissolution tests at 24 months. These tablets may not release medication properly over time.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #D-1288-2020DrugThe Harvard Drug Group ›
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Recalling firmThe Harvard Drug Group17177 N Laurel Park Dr Ste 233, N/A · Livonia, MI 48152-3951
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What happened, in plain English

The Harvard Drug Group is recalling Doxycycline Hyclate 100mg tablets that failed dissolution tests at the end of their shelf life. This means the medication might not work as intended after 24 months. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/37108-doxycycline-hyclate-tablets-recall-failed-dissolution-test-at-shelf-life.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/37108-doxycycline-hyclate-tablets-recall-failed-dissolution-test-at-shelf-life · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-1288-2020

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“Doxycycline Hyclate Tablets Recall: Failed Dissolution Test at Shelf Life.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/37108-doxycycline-hyclate-tablets-recall-failed-dissolution-test-at-shelf-life. Based on FDA recall #D-1288-2020 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-1288-2020%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

The tablets failed a dissolution test at 24 months, meaning they may not release the medication properly over time. This could lead to the medication not working as intended after the expiration date.

Who’s affected

People who bought the recalled Doxycycline Hyclate tablets from The Harvard Drug Group between 2020 and 2021. Those taking the medication for infections or inflammation are most at risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Look for Doxycycline Hyclate 100mg tablets in 3x10 unit cartons (NDC 0904-0430-04) or 5x10 unit cartons (NDC 0904-0430-06). The lot numbers are R00828D (exp 08/2020) or R00732D, R00783D, R00827D (exp 05/2020 or 06/2020 or 08/2020).

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What to do — step by step

  1. Check Product Details

    Look for the lot number and expiration date on the packaging to confirm if your tablets are in the recalled batch.

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Questions people ask

Why is this medication being recalled?

The tablets failed a dissolution test at the 24-month shelf life, meaning they may not release medication properly over time.

Is this a safety hazard?

This is a quality issue that could affect medication effectiveness, not a safety hazard like injury or fire.

How do I know if my tablets are recalled?

Check the lot number and expiration date on the packaging. Recalled lots have specific NDC numbers and expiration dates listed in the recall notice.

Take action

Contact The Harvard Drug Group

We’ve drafted a message you can send The Harvard Drug Group to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall D-1288-2020 — The Harvard Drug Group The Harvard Drug Group

Hello,

I own a The Harvard Drug Group that is covered by recall D-1288-2020 from The Harvard Drug Group.

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-1288-2020 (May 22, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-1288-2020 to see it in context.
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 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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