Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. recalls Tri-Lo-Marzia (Norgestimate and Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets, USP), 0.180 mg/0.025 mg; 0.215mg/0.025 mg and 0.250 mg/0.025
Lupin Pharmaceuticals recalls Tri-Lo-Marzia birth control pills due to blend uniformity test failure. Affected lots expired by February 2020. Consumers should check NDC numbers and lot numbers.
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CGMP Deviations: Out of specification test result observed during retrospective review of blend uniformity test data.
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What happened, in plain English
Lupin Pharmaceuticals is recalling specific batches of Tri-Lo-Marzia birth control pills because tests showed the pills didn't meet quality standards. This could mean the pills might not work as intended, but the recall doesn't mention serious injury risks. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/37478-lupin-tri-lo-marzia-birth-control-pills-recall-cgmp-test.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/37478-lupin-tri-lo-marzia-birth-control-pills-recall-cgmp-test · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0790-2020
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“Lupin Tri-Lo-Marzia Birth Control Pills Recall: CGMP Test Failure.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/37478-lupin-tri-lo-marzia-birth-control-pills-recall-cgmp-test. Based on FDA recall #D-0790-2020 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0790-2020%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The pills failed a blend uniformity test during quality checks, meaning the active ingredients might not be evenly distributed. This could affect how well the pills work for birth control, but the recall does not indicate a risk of serious injury.
Who’s affected
Women who have been prescribed Tri-Lo-Marzia birth control pills with the specific NDC numbers and lot numbers listed in the recall are affected. Those who have taken the pills since the manufacturing date are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for NDC numbers 68180-837-11 (28 tablet wallet) or 68180-837-13 (3x28 carton) and lot number L800498. These pills were distributed between 2018 and February 2020.
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What to do — step by step
Check Product Details
Look for NDC numbers 68180-837-11 or 68180-837-13 and lot number L800498 on the packaging.
Questions people ask
Are these pills safe to take?
The recall states the pills failed a blend uniformity test, which could affect effectiveness, but the official notice does not mention serious injury risks.
How can I check if I have the recalled pills?
Check the NDC numbers 68180-837-11 or 68180-837-13 and lot number L800498 on the packaging.
What should I do if I have the recalled pills?
The recall does not specify a remedy, so you should check with your healthcare provider about whether to continue using the pills.
Contact Lupin
We’ve drafted a message you can send Lupin to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0790-2020 — Lupin Lupin Hello, I own a Lupin that is covered by recall D-0790-2020 from Lupin. 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-0790-2020 (January 10, 2020) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0790-2020 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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