Upsher Smith Laboratories, Inc. recalls Bexarotene Capsules, 75 mg, 100 capsules per bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Upsher-Smith Laboratories, LLC, Maple
Upsher Smith recalls 75mg Bexarotene Capsules due to failed dissolution specifications. Rx-only capsules may not release medication properly. Contact for return instructions.
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Failed Dissolution Specifications
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What happened, in plain English
Upsher Smith is recalling 75 mg Bexarotene Capsules (Rx only) because they failed dissolution specifications. This means the capsules may not release medication properly as intended, potentially affecting treatment effectiveness. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/38200-upsher-smith-bexarotene-capsules-recall-failed-dissolution-specifications.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/38200-upsher-smith-bexarotene-capsules-recall-failed-dissolution-specifications · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-1836-2019
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“Upsher Smith Bexarotene Capsules Recall: Failed Dissolution Specifications.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/38200-upsher-smith-bexarotene-capsules-recall-failed-dissolution-specifications. Based on FDA recall #D-1836-2019 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-1836-2019%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The capsules failed to dissolve properly as required, meaning they may not release medication correctly. This could lead to inconsistent drug delivery and treatment effectiveness. However, the recall does not indicate immediate safety risks like injury or death.
Who’s affected
Prescription patients using Bexarotene Capsules for specific medical conditions. Those with the NDC code 0832-0285-00 and lot number A2610 are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for the product name 'Bexarotene Capsules', 75 mg, 100 capsules per bottle, Rx only. Look for NDC code 0832-0285-00 and lot number A2610 on the packaging.
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What to do — step by step
Check Product Details
Verify the product name, strength, and packaging details to confirm if it matches the recalled items.
Contact Manufacturer
Reach out to Upsher Smith Laboratories for specific return or disposal instructions.
Questions people ask
Why is this product being recalled?
The capsules failed dissolution specifications, meaning they may not release medication properly as intended.
What should I do if I have this product?
Contact Upsher Smith Laboratories for specific return or disposal instructions.
Is there a risk of serious injury from this product?
The recall does not indicate any immediate safety risks like injury or death; the primary concern is treatment effectiveness.
Contact Upsher Smith
We’ve drafted a message you can send Upsher Smith to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-1836-2019 — Upsher Smith Upsher Smith Hello, I own a Upsher Smith that is covered by recall D-1836-2019 from Upsher Smith. 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-1836-2019 (July 29, 2019) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-1836-2019 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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