West-Ward Columbus Inc recalls Doxycycline Hyclate Tablets, USP, 100 mg*. 500-count bottle, Rx only. Manufactured by: West-Ward Pharmaceuticals Corp.
West-Ward recalls 100mg doxycycline tablets with failed dissolution specs. Rx-only 500-count bottles manufactured in Eatontown, NJ. Check NDC# 0143-2112-05 and lot# 71545A for affected units.
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Failed Dissolution Specifications:
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What happened, in plain English
West-Ward is recalling 100mg doxyc:ycline tablets that failed dissolution tests. This means the medication may not work properly when taken as directed, potentially reducing effectiveness. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/39864-west-ward-doxycycline-tablets-recall-failed-dissolution-specifications.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/39864-west-ward-doxycycline-tablets-recall-failed-dissolution-specifications · Updated October 6, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-1025-2018
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“West-Ward Doxycycline Tablets Recall: Failed Dissolution Specifications.” GovInfoNow, updated October 6, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/39864-west-ward-doxycycline-tablets-recall-failed-dissolution-specifications. Based on FDA recall #D-1025-2018 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-1025-2018%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The tablets failed dissolution specifications, meaning they may not dissolve properly in the stomach. This could lead to the medication not being absorbed correctly and reducing its effectiveness when taken as prescribed.
Who’s affected
Prescription holders with the 500-count bottle of 100mg doxycycline tablets. Patients who take this medication regularly are most at risk of reduced effectiveness.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for the 500-count bottle labeled 'Doxycycline Hyclate Tablets, USP, 100 mg*'. Look for NDC# 0143-2112-05 and lot# 71545A on the packaging.
- Brand
West-Ward- Category
Drug
All 2 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 II- Status
Terminated- Distribution
Nationwide in the USA.- NDC
0143-2112-50, 0143-2112-05, 0143-2112-20
| Recall number | Product, codes & lots | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| D-1024-2018 | Doxycycline Hyclate Tablets, USP, 100 mg*. 50-count bottle, Rx only. Manufactured by: West-Ward Pharmaceuticals Corp. Eatontown, NJ 07724. NDC# 0143-2112-50.; Lot# 71545B, Expiry date: 01/19 | 29,048 bottles (1,452,400 tablets) |
| D-1025-2018 | Doxycycline Hyclate Tablets, USP, 100 mg*. 500-count bottle, Rx only. Manufactured by: West-Ward Pharmaceuticals Corp. Eatontown, NJ 07724. NDC# 0143-2112-05.; Lot# 71545A, Expiry date: 07/19 | 29048 500-count bottles (14,524,000 tablets) |
What to do — step by step
Check Product Details
Verify the NDC number (0143-2112-05) and lot number (71545A) on the bottle label.
Questions people ask
Is this product safe to use?
The recall is for tablets that failed dissolution tests, which may reduce effectiveness but does not indicate immediate safety risks.
How do I know if I have the recalled product?
Check for the NDC# 0143-2112-05 and lot# 71545A on the 500-count bottle of 100mg doxycycline tablets.
What should I do if I have the recalled product?
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact your healthcare provider for guidance on whether to continue using the medication.
Contact West-Ward
We’ve drafted a message you can send West-Ward to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-1025-2018 — West-Ward West-Ward Hello, I own a West-Ward that is covered by recall D-1025-2018 from West-Ward. 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-1025-2018 (July 24, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-1025-2018 to see it in context.
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