West-Ward Columbus Inc recalls Doxycycline Hyclate Tablets USP, 100 mg, packaged in a) 50-count bottle (NDC 0143-2112-50), b) 500-count bottle (NDC
West-Ward recalls 100mg Doxycycline Hyclate Tablets due to failed dissolution test at 24 months shelf life. These Rx-only tablets may not release medication properly.
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Failed dissolution specification: The dissolution test at the 24 month time point (end of shelf life) yielded an out of specification result.
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What happened, in plain English
West-Ward is recalling 100mg Doxycycline Hyclate Tablets that failed a dissolution test at 24 months. This means the medication might not release properly when taken, potentially reducing effectiveness. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/37120-west-ward-doxycycline-tablets-failed-dissolution-test-at-24-months.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/37120-west-ward-doxycycline-tablets-failed-dissolution-test-at-24-months · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-1274-2020
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“West-Ward Doxycycline Tablets: Failed Dissolution Test at 24 Months.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/37120-west-ward-doxycycline-tablets-failed-dissolution-test-at-24-months. Based on FDA recall #D-1274-2020 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-1274-2020%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The tablets failed a dissolution test at the 24-month shelf life mark. This means the medication might not release properly in the body, potentially reducing effectiveness. However, the risk is not immediate or life-threatening.
Who’s affected
Prescription owners of the 50-count or 500-count bottles with specific lot numbers and expiration dates. People taking this antibiotic for infections may be at risk if the medication doesn't work as intended.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 50-count or 500-count bottles labeled 'Doxycycline Hyclate Tablets USP, 100 mg' with lot numbers 71846B (expiring 6/2021) or 71726A (expiring 6/2020).
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What to do — step by step
Check Product Details
Verify the bottle size, lot number, and expiration date to confirm if your tablets are in the recalled batch.
Questions people ask
Are these tablets safe to take?
The recall is for potential reduced effectiveness, not immediate safety risks. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.
How do I know if my tablets are recalled?
Check for specific lot numbers: 71846B (expiring 6/2021) or 71726A (expiring 6/2020) on 50-count or 500-count bottles.
What should I do if I have the recalled tablets?
Check the product details to confirm; if recalled, contact your doctor for advice on alternatives.
Contact West-Ward
We’ve drafted a message you can send West-Ward to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-1274-2020 — West-Ward West-Ward Hello, I own a West-Ward that is covered by recall D-1274-2020 from West-Ward. 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-1274-2020 (May 13, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-1274-2020 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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