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Drug recall · FDA · Published August 27, 2018

Jubilant Cadista Pharmaceuticals, Inc. recalls MethylPREDNISolone Tablets, USP, 4 mg, 21-count blister pack. Rx Only. Jubilant Cadista Pharmaceuticals Inc. Salisbury,

Jubilant Cadista recalls 4mg MethylPREDNISolone tablets due to stability testing failure. Rx-only medication with specific lot numbers and expiration date.

🇺🇸 FDA recall #D-1205-2018DrugJubilant Cadista ›
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Recalling firmJubilant Cadista Pharmaceuticals, Inc.207 Kiley Dr, N/A · Salisbury, MD 21801-2249
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What happened, in plain English

Jubilant Cadista is recalling 4mg MethylPREDNISolone tablets that failed stability testing. This means the medication may not be as potent as labeled, which could affect treatment effectiveness. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/39678-jubilant-cadista-methylprednisolone-tablets-recall-stability-testing-failure.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/39678-jubilant-cadista-methylprednisolone-tablets-recall-stability-testing-failure · Updated October 6, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-1205-2018

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“Jubilant Cadista MethylPREDNISolone Tablets Recall: Stability Testing Failure.” GovInfoNow, updated October 6, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/39678-jubilant-cadista-methylprednisolone-tablets-recall-stability-testing-failure. Based on FDA recall #D-1205-2018 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-1205-2018%22&limit=1).

Why it’s dangerous

The tablets failed stability testing, meaning they may not contain the correct amount of active ingredient over time. This could lead to inconsistent medication effectiveness, but does not pose an immediate safety risk like injury or death.

Who’s affected

Prescription medication users who have the specific lot number (17P0078) and expiration date (12/2018) for this 4mg tablet product. Patients on steroid therapy are most at risk if they need consistent dosing.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the product name 'MethylPREDNISolone Tablets, USP, 4 mg, 21-count blister pack' with lot number 17P0078 and expiration date 12/2018. This medication is prescription-only.

  • Brand
    Jubilant Cadista
  • Category
    Drug
Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Check Medication Details

    Verify the lot number and expiration date on the blister pack to confirm if it's affected.

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Questions people ask

Is this medication safe to use?

The recall is due to stability testing failure, which may affect potency but does not pose an immediate safety risk. Consult your doctor for guidance.

What should I do if I have this medication?

Check the lot number and expiration date. If it matches 17P0078 with expiration 12/2018, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Is there a replacement available?

The recall notice does not mention a replacement product or alternative options.

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Contact Jubilant Cadista

We’ve drafted a message you can send Jubilant Cadista to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall D-1205-2018 — Jubilant Cadista Jubilant Cadista

Hello,

I own a Jubilant Cadista that is covered by recall D-1205-2018 from Jubilant Cadista.

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-1205-2018 (August 27, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-1205-2018 to see it in context.
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 6, 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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