Isotretinoin recalls

The FDA has published 16 recalls involving Isotretinoin since 2015. The latest was reported on 29 Apr 2026. Most were for potency & assay. Dr. Reddy's Laboratories has the most recalls in this group. Recalls usually affect specific lots, not every bottle on the market. Check the lot number on each recall page before acting.

Total recalls16since 2015
Last 12 months4reported
Class I00% of total
Ongoing5latest 29 Apr 2026

Recalls per month, last 24 months

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Severity split

Class I 0 0%Class II 10 63%Class III 6 38%

Why isotretinoin is recalled

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Ongoing isotretinoin recalls

5 active

All isotretinoin recalls, newest first

16 total

Should you stop taking Isotretinoin?

Not on your own. Most recalls affect specific lots from one manufacturer, and stopping a prescription suddenly can be riskier than the defect. Check your lot number and NDC against the recall, then call the pharmacy that dispensed it for a replacement.