Teva Pharmaceuticals USA recalls Methylphenidate Hydrochloride Tablets USP, 20 mg, 100-count bottles, Rx only, Manufactured by: Watson Laboratories,
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA recalls 20mg methylphenidate tablets due to failed dissolution testing. This may affect medication effectiveness. Contact for return instructions.
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Failed Dissolution Specifications: Low out of specification results for dissolution.
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What happened, in plain English
Teva Pharmaceuticals is recalling 20mg methylphenidate hydrochloride tablets that failed dissolution testing. This could mean the medication doesn't work properly as intended. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/41136-teva-methylphenidate-tablets-recall-failed-dissolution-testing.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/41136-teva-methylphenidate-tablets-recall-failed-dissolution-testing · Updated October 7, 2026 · FDA enforcement record: FDA #D-0052-2018
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“Teva Methylphenidate Tablets Recall: Failed Dissolution Testing.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/41136-teva-methylphenidate-tablets-recall-failed-dissolution-testing. Based on FDA recall #D-0052-2018 (https://api.fda.gov/drug/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22D-0052-2018%22&limit=1).
Why it’s dangerous
The tablets failed dissolution testing, meaning they may not release medication properly in the body. This could lead to inconsistent medication levels. However, the recall does not indicate immediate safety risks.
Who’s affected
Prescription users of the 20mg methylphenidate tablets. Those with specific medical conditions requiring precise medication timing may be at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 20mg methylphenidate hydrochloride tablets in 100-count bottles with NDC 0591-5884-01. The lot number #1156086M was manufactured in Corona, CA.
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What to do — step by step
Check Product Details
Identify the product by checking the NDC code 0591-5884-01 and lot number #1156086M on the bottle.
Questions people ask
Is this product safe to use?
The recall indicates failed dissolution testing, but the product is not considered unsafe for immediate use. Consult your healthcare provider for guidance.
How do I know if I have the recalled product?
Look for 20mg methylphenidate hydrochloride tablets in 100-count bottles with NDC 0591-5884-01 and lot number #1156086M.
What should I do with the recalled product?
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Teva Pharmaceuticals for instructions on handling the product.
Contact Teva Pharmaceuticals
We’ve drafted a message you can send Teva Pharmaceuticals to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0052-2018 — Teva Pharmaceuticals Teva Pharmaceuticals Hello, I own a Teva Pharmaceuticals that is covered by recall D-0052-2018 from Teva Pharmaceuticals. 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-0052-2018 (October 17, 2017) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for D-0052-2018 to see it in context.
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