Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. recalls Memantine Hydrochloride Extended-release Capsules, 28mg, packaged in a) 90-count bottles (NDC 68180-249-09 and b)
Lupin Pharmaceuticals recalls 28mg Memantine Hydrochloride Extended-release Capsules due to failed dissolution tests. Rx-only medication with specific NDC numbers and expiration dates.
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Failed Dissolution Specifications: High out of specification result observed at stability studies.
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What happened, in plain English
Lupin Pharmaceuticals is recalling 28mg Memantine Hydrochloride Extended-release Capsules that failed dissolution tests during stability studies. This could affect medication effectiveness but does not pose an immediate safety risk to users. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/37659-lupin-memantine-capsules-recall-failed-dissolution-specifications.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/37659-lupin-memantine-capsules-recall-failed-dissolution-specifications · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0629-2020
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“Lupin Memantine Capsules Recall: Failed Dissolution Specifications.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/37659-lupin-memantine-capsules-recall-failed-dissolution-specifications. Based on FDA recall #D-0629-2020 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0629-2020%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The medication failed dissolution tests, meaning it may not release the active ingredient properly over time. This could lead to inconsistent medication levels in the body but does not cause immediate harm or injury.
Who’s affected
People prescribed this medication by a doctor who received the recalled capsules with NDC numbers 68180-249-09 or 68180-249-02. Patients taking this medication for conditions like Alzheimer's disease are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 28mg Memantine Hydrochloride Extended-release Capsules in 90-count bottles (NDC 68180-249-09) or 500-count bottles (NDC 68180-249-02). These were manufactured for specific lots with expiration dates up to March 2021.
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What to do — step by step
Check Medication Details
Verify the product's NDC number is 68180-249-09 or 68180-249-02 to confirm it's part of the recall.
Questions people ask
Is this medication safe to use?
The recall is due to failed dissolution tests, which may affect medication effectiveness but does not pose an immediate safety risk.
What should I do if I have this medication?
Check the NDC number on the bottle. If it matches the recalled numbers, contact your doctor or pharmacist for guidance.
How can I confirm the product is recalled?
Look for 28mg Memantine Hydrochloride Extended-release Capsules in 90-count bottles (NDC 68180-249-09) or 500-count bottles (NDC 68180-249-02).
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-0629-2020 — Lupin Pharmaceuticals Lupin Pharmaceuticals Hello, I own a Lupin Pharmaceuticals that is covered by recall D-0629-2020 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-0629-2020 (December 10, 2019) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0629-2020 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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