American Health Packaging recalls Desmopressin Acetate Tablets, 0.1 mg, 30 tablets (3 x 10 unit dose blister cards), Rx Only, Packaged and distributed
American Health Packaging recalls 0.1 mg desmopressin tablets due to possible missing desiccant, which may cause moisture damage. This is a prescription-only product.
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GMP Deviations: Product bottle may be absent of desiccant.
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What happened, in plain English
American Health Packaging is recalling desmopressin acetate tablets (0.1 mg, 30 tablets) because the product bottle might not have the desiccant. This could lead to moisture damage and potential effectiveness issues for the medication. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/37378-american-health-packaging-desmopressin-tablets-recall-missing-desiccant-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/37378-american-health-packaging-desmopressin-tablets-recall-missing-desiccant-risk · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0848-2020
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“American Health Packaging Desmopressin Tablets Recall: Missing Desiccant Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/37378-american-health-packaging-desmopressin-tablets-recall-missing-desiccant-risk. Based on FDA recall #D-0848-2020 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0848-2020%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The desiccant is a moisture-absorbing material that keeps the tablets dry. If missing, moisture could enter the bottle, potentially causing the tablets to degrade or become ineffective.
Who’s affected
Prescription patients using desmopressin acetate tablets for conditions like diabetes insipidus. Those with the specific NDC numbers and lot 181109 are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for the NDC carton number 68084-606-21 or unit dose 68084-606-11, and lot number 181109 with expiration date 4/30/2020. This product is prescription-only and distributed by American Health Packaging.
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All 2 products in this recall
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Nationwide USA
| Recall number | Product, codes & lots | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| D-0848-2020 | Desmopressin Acetate Tablets, 0.1 mg, 30 tablets (3 x 10 unit dose blister cards), Rx Only, Packaged and distributed by: American Health Packaging, Columbus, Ohio 43217. NDC Carton: 68084-606-21; NDC Unit Dose 68084-606-11; Lot 181109, exp 4/30/2020 | 1,879 cartons |
| D-0849-2020 | Desmopressin Acetate Tablets, 0.2 mg, 30 tablets (3 x 10 unit dose blister cards), Rx Only, Packaged and distributed by: American Health Packaging, Columbus, Ohio 43217. NDC Carton: 68084-604-21; NDC Unit Dose 68084-604-11; Lot 180510, exp 3/31/2020; Lot 181912, exp 4/30/2020 | 3,720 cartons |
What to do — step by step
Check Product Details
Look for the NDC carton number 68084-606-21 or unit dose 68084-606-11 and lot number 181109.
Questions people ask
Is this product safe to use?
The recall is due to a possible missing desiccant, which could lead to moisture damage. If the desiccant is missing, the tablets might become ineffective, but the risk of serious harm is low.
How do I know if I have the recalled product?
Check for the NDC carton number 68084-606-21 or unit dose 68084-606-11, and lot number 181109 with expiration date 4/30/2020.
What should I do if I have the recalled product?
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice on whether to continue using the product.
Contact American Health Packaging
We’ve drafted a message you can send American Health Packaging to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0848-2020 — American Health Packaging American Health Packaging Hello, I own a American Health Packaging that is covered by recall D-0848-2020 from American Health Packaging. 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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- Official source: FDA Recall #D-0848-2020 (February 7, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0848-2020 to see it in context.
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