Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets Recall for Subpotency
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Major Pharmaceuticals is recalling certain lots of Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets, USP 75 mcg due to subpotent drug classification.
What this FDA recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on August 11, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - FDA Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Major Pharmaceuticals initiated a voluntary recall of Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets due to subpotent drug.
Which Products Are Affected
Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets, USP, 75 mcg (0.075 mg), 10 Tablets (10 x 1) unit dose blisters per carton. Packaged and Distributed by MAJOR PHARMACEUTICALS. NDC Bag: 55154-3560-0; NDC Blister: 0904-6951-61. Bag lot #: N02172A, N02172B, Exp. Date 07/2026; N02288A, N02288B, Exp. Date 12/2026. Blister lot #: N02172, Exp. Date 07/2026; N02288, Exp. Date 12/2026. Distributed nationwide in the USA.
What You Should Do
Consumers should contact their pharmacist or healthcare provider regarding affected product.
Why This Matters
The recall affects prescription thyroid medication distributed nationwide.
Source
FDA Recall D-0709-2026, event ID 99399.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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