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FDA Drug Moderate Class II Ongoing

Icosapent Ethyl Capsules 1 gram, 120 Capsules per Bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured by Doppel Farmaceutici s.r.l., Piacenza, Italy, Distributed by Zydus Pharmaceuticals (USA) Inc., Pennington, NJ 08534, NDC 70710-1592-7.

Reported: June 18, 2025 Initiated: May 30, 2025 #D-0497-2025

Product Description

Icosapent Ethyl Capsules 1 gram, 120 Capsules per Bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured by Doppel Farmaceutici s.r.l., Piacenza, Italy, Distributed by Zydus Pharmaceuticals (USA) Inc., Pennington, NJ 08534, NDC 70710-1592-7.

Reason for Recall

Failed Tablet/Capsule specifications; a product complaint was reported for burnt or melted capsules. This was determined to be a result of oxidation by leakage of capsule contents.

Details

Units Affected
11,616 bottles
Distribution
IL, PA, & MS
Location
Pennington, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Icosapent Ethyl Capsules 1 gram, 120 Capsules per Bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured by Doppel Farmaceutici s.r.l., Piacenza, Italy, Distributed by Zydus Pharmaceuticals (USA) Inc., Pennington, NJ 08534, NDC 70710-1592-7.. Recalled by Zydus Pharmaceuticals (USA) Inc. Units affected: 11,616 bottles.
Why was this product recalled?
Failed Tablet/Capsule specifications; a product complaint was reported for burnt or melted capsules. This was determined to be a result of oxidation by leakage of capsule contents.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on June 18, 2025. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-0497-2025.