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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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| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drug | CLASS II | Claravis (isotretinoin capsule, USP), 10 mg, Packaged as a) recalledClaravis | Teva Pharmaceuticals USA | Potency & Assay | Nationwide |
| Drug | CLASS II | Isotretinoin Capsules, USP, 30 mg recalled by Teva Pharmaceuticals USAIsotretinoin | Teva Pharmaceuticals USA | Potency & Assay | 4 states |
| Drug | CLASS II | Isotretinoin Capsules, USP, 40 mg Prescription Pacs recalledIsotretinoin | Teva Pharmaceuticals USA | Potency & Assay | 4 states |
| Drug | CLASS II | Amnesteem (Isotretinoin) Capsules, USP 40 mg recalledAmnesteem | Mylan Pharmaceuticals | Potency & Assay | Nationwide |
| Drug | CLASS II | Isotretinoin Capsules, USP 40mg blister packs recalledIsotretinoin | Teva Pharmaceuticals USA | Potency & Assay | Nationwide |
All isotretinoin recalls, newest first
16 totalShould 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.