Pfizer Inc. recalls Zarontin (ethosuximide capsules, USP) 250 mg, 100-count bottle, Rx Onl,y Made in Netherlands Distributed by Parke-Davis
Pfizer recalls Zarontin 250mg capsules with incorrect expiry dates on labels. The label shows 09/2021 instead of 09/2020. This could lead to medication safety issues if used beyond expiration.
Lower-risk recall
Labeling: Incorrect or Missing Lot and/or Exp Date. The expiry date on the product label is incorrect. The label states an expiry date of 09/2021 when it should be 09/2020.
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What happened, in plain English
Pfizer is recalling Zarontin 250mg capsules that have incorrect expiry dates on their labels. Using these capsules after the wrong expiration date could lead to medication safety risks. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/37950-pfizer-zarontin-250mg-capsules-incorrect-expiry-date-on-labels.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/37950-pfizer-zarontin-250mg-capsules-incorrect-expiry-date-on-labels · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0002-2020
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“Pfizer Zarontin 250mg Capsules: Incorrect Expiry Date on Labels.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/37950-pfizer-zarontin-250mg-capsules-incorrect-expiry-date-on-labels. Based on FDA recall #D-0002-2020 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0002-2020%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The product label shows an incorrect expiry date (09/2021) instead of the correct one (09/2020). This means the medication could be expired and potentially unsafe if used beyond the actual expiration date.
Who’s affected
Prescription medication users who have Zarontin 250mg capsules with the label showing an expiry date of 09/2021 instead of 09/2020. Patients at risk are those who might use the medication after the incorrect expiration date.
How to tell if you have this one
Check the label on the Zarontin 250mg capsules for the expiry date. The label should state 09/2020, but some show 09/2021. The product was made in the Netherlands and distributed by Parke-Davis.
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All 2 products in this recall
FDA lists each product line separately under one recall event. Check your product description, lot or code numbers against each row. Every row shares the hazard and remedy on this page.
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Class III- Status
Terminated- Distribution
Nationwide in the USA
| Recall number | Product, codes & lots | Quantity | NDC |
|---|---|---|---|
| D-0001-2020 | ethosuximide capsules, USP, 250 mg, 100-count bottle, Rx Only, Distributed by: Greenstone LLC Peapack, NJ 07977 Made in Netherlands. NDC 59762-2250-2; Lot #3267079A, Exp 09/2021 | 7,824 100-count bottles | — |
| D-0002-2020 | Zarontin (ethosuximide capsules, USP) 250 mg, 100-count bottle, Rx Onl,y Made in Netherlands Distributed by Parke-Davis Division of Pfizer In NY, NY 10017, NDC 0071-0237-24; Lot #3267079, Exp 09/2021 | 7,686 100-count bottles | 0071-0237-24 |
What to do — step by step
Check Expiry Date
Look for the expiry date on the label; it should be 09/2020, not 09/2021.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The label shows an incorrect expiry date (09/2021) instead of the correct one (09/2020).
What should I do if I have this product?
Check the expiry date on the label. If it shows 09/2021 instead of 09/2020, contact Pfizer for guidance.
Is there a fix for this issue?
The recall does not specify a fix; users should check the label and contact Pfizer if needed.
Contact Pfizer
We’ve drafted a message you can send Pfizer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0002-2020 — Pfizer Pfizer Hello, I own a Pfizer that is covered by recall D-0002-2020 from Pfizer. 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-0002-2020 (September 12, 2019) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0002-2020 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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