AMERICAN HEALTH PACKAGING recalls Nitrofurantoin Capsules USP (Monohydrate/Macrocrystals), 100 mg, 100-count Unit Dose Blisters, Rx only, Amerisource
American Health Packaging recalls nitrofurantoin capsules due to potential cross contamination with unrelated ingredients. Affected lots contain traces of Benazepril, Haloperidol, and Perphenazine. Consumers should check product details and contact the manufacturer.
Lower-risk recall
Cross contamination with other products: This sub-recall is being initiated in support of the recall by the manufacturer (Sandoz) dated 11/1/18, which included lots that were repackaged by American Health Packaging. Sandoz stated that "These lots are being recalled due to the potential presence of unrelated ingredients (i.e. traces of active ingredients of Benazepril, Haloperidol and Perphenazine), which were identified through a manufacturing investigation."
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What happened, in plain English
American Health Packaging is recalling nitrofurantoin capsules that may contain traces of unrelated ingredients like Benazepril, Haloperidol, and Perphenazine. This cross-contamination could pose a health risk if the capsules are taken without proper testing. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/39434-american-health-packaging-nitrofurantoin-capsules-recall-cross-contamination-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/39434-american-health-packaging-nitrofurantoin-capsules-recall-cross-contamination-risk · Updated October 5, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0273-2019
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“American Health Packaging Nitrofurantoin Capsules Recall: Cross Contamination Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/39434-american-health-packaging-nitrofurantoin-capsules-recall-cross-contamination-risk. Based on FDA recall #D-0273-2019 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0273-2019%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The capsules may contain traces of unrelated medications like Benazepril, Haloperidol, and Perphenazine due to cross-contamination during repackaging. This could cause unintended side effects or interactions with other medications.
Who’s affected
People who have the specific lot numbers (180310, 180612) of nitrofurantoin capsules from American Health Packaging. Those with medical conditions requiring precise medication are at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for lot numbers 180310 or 180612 on the packaging. The product is a 100 mg nitrofurantoin capsule blister pack with NDC 68084-446-01 (individual dose NDC 68064-446-11).
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What to do — step by step
Check Product Details
Look for lot numbers 180310 or 180612 on the packaging of nitrofurantoin capsules.
Questions people ask
Why is this product being recalled?
The capsules may contain traces of unrelated medications like Benazepril, Haloperidol, and Perphenazine due to cross-contamination during repackaging.
What should I do if I have the recalled product?
Check the lot number on the packaging. If it's 180310 or 180612, contact American Health Packaging for instructions.
Is there a risk of serious injury from this product?
The recall is for potential cross-contamination with unrelated medications, which could cause unintended side effects but does not pose a risk of serious injury in normal use.
Contact American Health Packaging
We’ve drafted a message you can send American Health Packaging to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0273-2019 — American Health Packaging American Health Packaging Hello, I own a American Health Packaging that is covered by recall D-0273-2019 from American Health Packaging. 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-0273-2019 (November 9, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0273-2019 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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