FDA Drug Recalls

Recalls / Class II

Class IID-0239-2025

Product

Atomoxetine Capsules, USP, 18 mg, 30 capsule bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Northstar Rx LLC., Memphis, TN 38141, Manufactured by: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Goa, India, NDC 16714-756-01.

Brand name
Atomoxetine
Generic name
Atomoxetine
Active ingredient
Atomoxetine Hydrochloride
Route
Oral
NDCs
16714-755, 16714-756, 16714-757, 16714-758, 16714-759, 16714-760, 16714-761
FDA application
ANDA079019
Affected lot / code info
Lot Numbers: 19233228, 19233227, Exp.: 7/2025; 19233757, Exp.: 8/2025; 19234229, Exp.: 9/2025; 19235090, Exp.: 11/2025; 19241471, Exp.:3/2026; 19242180, Exp.: 5/2026.

Why it was recalled

CGMP Deviations: presence of N-Nitroso Atomoxetine Impurity above the FDA recommended limit.

Recalling firm

Firm
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA
Manufacturer
Northstar Rx LLC
Notification channel
Letter
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Address
750 Corporate Dr, N/A, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2009

Distribution

Quantity
119,040 bottles
Distribution pattern
Nationwide within the U.S

Timeline

Recall initiated
2025-01-29
FDA classified
2025-02-20
Posted by FDA
2025-02-26
Status
Ongoing

Source: openFDA Drug Enforcement endpoint. Recall record D-0239-2025. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.

Class II recall: Atomoxetine · FDA Drug Recalls