Valeant Cardizem CD 120mg Capsules Recall: Failed Dissolution Testing
Valeant recalls Cardizem CD 120mg capsules (NDC 0187-0795-30 and 0187-0795-42) due to failed dissolution testing. These capsules may not release medication properly, potentially affecting treatment effectiveness.
Lower-risk recall
Failed Dissolution Specifications: high out of specification results for dissolution when measuring the amount of drug released at certain time points.
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What happened, in plain English
Valeant is recalling 120mg Cardizem CD capsules that failed dissolution testing. This means the medication might not release properly, which could affect how well your blood pressure is controlled. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/39221-valeant-cardizem-cd-120mg-capsules-recall-failed-dissolution-testing.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/39221-valeant-cardizem-cd-120mg-capsules-recall-failed-dissolution-testing · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0487-2019
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“Valeant Cardizem CD 120mg Capsules Recall: Failed Dissolution Testing.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/39221-valeant-cardizem-cd-120mg-capsules-recall-failed-dissolution-testing. Based on FDA recall #D-0487-2019 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0487-2019%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The capsules failed dissolution testing, meaning they don't release the medication at the right time. This could lead to inconsistent blood pressure control. However, the recall is for specific batches that didn't meet quality standards.
Who’s affected
People prescribed Cardizem CD 120mg capsules by a doctor who received these specific bottle sizes (30-count or 90-count) from Valeant. Those with blood pressure conditions are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your Cardizem CD capsules are 120mg, 30-count bottles (NDC 0187-0795-30) or 90-count bottles (NDC 0187-0795-42). These were manufactured for Valeant and expire by August 2020.
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Valeant- Category
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All 5 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.
- Classification
Class III- Status
Terminated- Distribution
Nationwide in the USA and Puerto Rico
| Recall number | Product, codes & lots | Quantity | NDC |
|---|---|---|---|
| D-0487-2019 | Cardizem CD (diltiazem HCl) capsules, 120 mg, packaged in a) 30-count bottles (NDC 0187-0795-30); and b) 90-count bottles (NDC 0187-0795-42), Rx Only, Manufactured for: Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 USA; By: Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc., Steinbach, MB R5G 1Z7, Canada.; Lots: a) 18J023P, Exp 08/2020; b) 18J021P, Exp 08/2020 | 1023 bottles | 0187-0795-30, 0187-0795-42, 0187-0795-49, 0187-0796-30, 0187-0796-42, 0187-0796-49, 0187-0796-50, 0187-0797-30, 0187-0797-42, 0187-0797-49, 0187-0798-30, 0187-0798-42, 0187-0799-42 |
| D-0488-2019 | Cardizem CD (diltiazem HCl) capsules, 180 mg, packaged in a) 30-count bottles (NDC 0187-0796-30); and b) 90-count bottles (NDC 0187-0796-42), Rx Only, Manufactured for: Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 USA; By: Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc., Steinbach, MB R5G 1Z7, Canada.; Lots: a) 18J018P, Exp 08/2020; b) 18J029P, Exp 08/2020 | 206 bottles | 0187-0795-30, 0187-0795-42, 0187-0795-49, 0187-0796-30, 0187-0796-42, 0187-0796-49, 0187-0796-50, 0187-0797-30, 0187-0797-42, 0187-0797-49, 0187-0798-30, 0187-0798-42, 0187-0799-42 |
| D-0489-2019 | Cardizem CD (diltiazem HCl) capsules, 240 mg, packaged in a) 30-count bottles (NDC 0187-0797-30); and b) 90-count bottles (NDC 0187-0797-42), Rx Only, Manufactured for: Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 USA; By: Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc., Steinbach, MB R5G 1Z7, Canada.; Lots: a) 18J019P, Exp 08/2020; b) 18J028P, Exp 08/2020 | 390 bottles | 0187-0795-30, 0187-0795-42, 0187-0795-49, 0187-0796-30, 0187-0796-42, 0187-0796-49, 0187-0796-50, 0187-0797-30, 0187-0797-42, 0187-0797-49, 0187-0798-30, 0187-0798-42, 0187-0799-42 |
| D-0490-2019 | Cardizem CD (diltiazem HCl) capsules, 300 mg, packaged in a) 30-count bottles (NDC 0187-0798-30); and b) 90-count bottles (NDC 0187-0798-42), Rx Only, Manufactured for: Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 USA; By: Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc., Steinbach, MB R5G 1Z7, Canada.; Lots: a)18J020P, Exp 08/2020; b) 18J034P, Exp 08/2020 | 22 bottles | 0187-0795-30, 0187-0795-42, 0187-0795-49, 0187-0796-30, 0187-0796-42, 0187-0796-49, 0187-0796-50, 0187-0797-30, 0187-0797-42, 0187-0797-49, 0187-0798-30, 0187-0798-42, 0187-0799-42 |
| D-0491-2019 | Diltiazem HCl CD capsules, 360 mg, 90-count bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Oceanside Pharmaceuticals, a division of Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 USA; By: Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc., Steinbach, MB R5G 1Z7 Canada; NDC 68682-521-01.; Lots: 18J035P, 18K094P, 18K093P, Exp 09/2020 | 23,884 bottles | — |
What to do — step by step
Check Capsule Details
Look for the specific bottle sizes and NDC numbers mentioned in the recall to confirm if your product is affected.
Where it went and when
Where it was distributed
Distributed nationwide.
FDA distribution: “Nationwide in the USA and Puerto Rico” States read from FDA’s own wording; “not listed” means the notice does not name it.
Distributed nationwide.
Recall timeline
FDA terminated this recall 17 months after the firm started it.
- Firm started the recall
- FDA classified it Class III
- Published in FDA’s Enforcement Report
- FDA terminated the recall
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
Questions people ask
What should I do if I have these capsules?
Check if your capsules match the recalled sizes and NDC numbers. If they do, contact your doctor for advice on next steps.
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- Official source: FDA Recall #D-0487-2019 (January 30, 2019) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0487-2019 to see it in context.
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