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Cipla USA Albuterol Sulfate Inhalation Aerosol Recall Expanded for Stability Variance (2025)

Cipla USA Inc. recalls 20,352 packs of Albuterol Sulfate Inhalation Aerosol after failing stability specifications. The defective lots were distributed nationwide in the United States. The issue involves out of specification results in particle size distribution at the 12-month time point. Patients and healthcare providers should stop use and contact Cipla USA for guidance.

Official notice

Source-backed recall notice

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Official source
FDA DRUG
Recall date
July 24, 2025
Status
ACTIVE
Severity
8/10

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
July 24, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brands
Cipla USA Inc., ALBUTEROL SULFATE
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Unknown
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL, PREGNANT, PETS

What to Do Now

Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.

Immediate steps

  1. 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
  2. 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
  3. 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Drug Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
  4. 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.

Check these identifiers

Brand
Cipla USA Inc., ALBUTEROL SULFATE
Product type
Inhalation Aerosol
Model numbers
Lot#: 4IB0519, Exp. 04/30/2026
UPC codes
69097-142, 69097-142-60
Sold at
Unknown
Where affected
ALL

Recall Timeline

Key dates and source checks for this recall record.

  1. Recall announced

    July 24, 2025

  2. Reported by FDA DRUG

    August 27, 2025

  3. RecallRadar source check

    April 18, 2026

  4. Consumer action

    Use the official remedy and keep documentation.

Hazard Information

Failed Stability Specifications: Out of specification results was observed in Induction Port during the analysis of Particle size distribution at the 12-month time point.

What You Should Do

Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using this product immediately. Contact Cipla USA, Inc. or your healthcare provider for guidance. Notification method: Letter

About This Product

Albuterol sulfate inhalation aerosol is a bronchodilator used to treat or prevent bronchospasm in people with reversible obstructive airway disease.

Why This Is Dangerous

The identified issue is a stability failure affecting particle size distribution, which could impact drug delivery.

Industry Context

This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

No injuries reported in the provided data. Consumers should await further instructions from Cipla USA or their healthcare providers.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check Lot 4IB0519

Where to find product info

Product label and packaging display NDC, lot number, and Exp. date.

What timeline to expect

Recall activation started 2025-07-24. Replacement or refund process will be communicated by Cipla USA via mailed letter (no explicit timeline).

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document contact attempts, escalate to Cipla USA corporate or FDA if needed.
  • File a consumer complaint with the FDA if no response in a reasonable period.

How to prevent similar issues

  • Always verify NDC before use
  • Keep medicines in original packaging
  • Consult healthcare professionals before stopping a prescribed inhaler

Documentation advice

Keep packaging, lot number, NDC, and recall notice; record dates of contact and responses

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Product Details

Model numbers: Lot 4IB0519. Expiration: 04/30/2026. NDC 69097-142-60. Quantity: 20,352 packs (1x 200 MD). Sold nationwide in the United States. Manufactured by Cipla Ltd, Indore SEZ, Pithampur, India for Cipla USA, Inc. 10 Independence Boulevard, Suite 300, Warren, NJ 07059.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents are reported in the provided data.

Key Facts

  • Distributed nationwide in the U.S.

Safety Guide

Not sure what to do next? Our guide walks you through the process step by step.

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERALPREGNANTPETS
Injury Types
ELECTRICALOTHER

Product Details

Model Numbers
Lot#: 4IB0519
Exp. 04/30/2026
UPC Codes
69097-142
69097-142-60
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
August 27, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Drug Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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