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Rifampin Capsules Recalled by Akorn, Inc. Due to Failed impurities/degradation specifications: Finished product exceeds the 5...
What You Should Do
Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.
Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Akorn, Inc. directly.
Affected Products
Rifampin Capsules, USP, 300 mg, a) 30-count bottle (NDC 61748-018-30), b) 60-count bottle (NDC 61748-018-60), c) 100-count bottle (NDC 61748-018-01), Rx only, Distributed by: Akorn Operating Company, LLC, Gurnee, IL 60031.
Quantity: 177,439 bottles
Why Was This Recalled?
Failed impurities/degradation specifications: Finished product exceeds the 5 ppm interim limit for 1-Methyl-4-Nitrosopoperazine (MNP).
Where Was This Sold?
This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.
About Akorn, Inc.
Akorn, Inc. has 176 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.
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Data sourced from the FDA (Drug). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report