Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc. recalls Divalproex Sodium Extended-release Tablets, USP 250 mg, 100-count bottle, Rx only, Mfd.By: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories
Dr. Reddy's recalls 250mg Divalproex Sodium Extended-release Tablets due to failed dissolution testing. This may affect medication effectiveness. Contact for return instructions.
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Failed Dissolution Specifications: Out of specification results observed for high dissolution.
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What happened, in plain English
Dr. Reddy's is recalling 250mg Divalproex Sodium Extended-release Tablets because they failed dissolution testing. This could mean the medication isn't working properly for patients taking it as prescribed. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/39220-dr-red-divalproex-sodium-tablets-recall-failed-dissolution-testing.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/39220-dr-red-divalproex-sodium-tablets-recall-failed-dissolution-testing · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0507-2019
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“Dr. Red: Divalproex Sodium Tablets Recall - Failed Dissolution Testing.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/39220-dr-red-divalproex-sodium-tablets-recall-failed-dissolution-testing. Based on FDA recall #D-0507-2019 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0507-2019%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The tablets failed dissolution testing, meaning they may not release the medication properly in the body. This could lead to inconsistent dosing and reduced effectiveness of the medication.
Who’s affected
Patients prescribed Divalproex Sodium Extended-release Tablets by a doctor. Those with seizure disorders or other conditions requiring this medication are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Look for the product name 'Divalproex Sodium Extended-release Tablets, USP 250 mg, 100-count bottle' with NDC 55111-533-01. It was manufactured by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories in India with lot number C802676 and expires March 2020.
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What to do — step by step
Check Medication Details
Verify the product name, NDC number, and expiration date on the bottle to confirm it's the recalled item.
Questions people ask
Is this medication dangerous if taken?
The recall is due to failed dissolution testing, which may affect medication effectiveness but does not indicate immediate danger.
How do I know if I have the recalled product?
Check for the NDC number 55111-533-01 and expiration date of March 2020 on the bottle label.
What should I do if I have this medication?
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Dr. Reddy's Laboratories for further instructions.
Contact Dr. Reddy's
We’ve drafted a message you can send Dr. Reddy's to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0507-2019 — Dr. Reddy's Dr. Reddy's Hello, I own a Dr. Reddy's that is covered by recall D-0507-2019 from Dr. Reddy's. 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-0507-2019 (January 31, 2019) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0507-2019 to see it in context.
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