Class II · Moderate risk
Methylphenidate Hydrochloride
Failed dissolution specifications: this product is being recalled due to this batch not meeting dissolution specifications.
Focalin XR (Dexmethylphenidate Hydrochloride)
Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.
Why it was recalled
Labeling: Incorrect or Missing Lot and/or Exp Date
Cause type: Labeling / mix-up
Wrong label, wrong strength, mixed-up products, or packaging errors. One of the most dangerous causes - you can end up taking the wrong drug or the wrong dose. All labeling / mix-up recalls.
What was recalled
Focalin XR (dexmethylphenidate HCl) 5 mg, 30 extended-release capsules per bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by Societal CDMO Gainesville, LLC, Gainesville, GA 30504. NDC: 66758-235-31
Affected NDC
66758-0235-31
Compare with the code on your package — it is the most precise check available.
Drug: Methylphenidate
Product details
From the FDA NDC directory, for the product code this recall names. Compare with the label on your package.
| Product | Strength | Form & route | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focalin XR dexmethylphenidate hydrochloride NDC 66758-0235 |
5 mg/1 | Capsule, Extended Release Oral |
Sandoz Inc | Rx · CII |
- Recalling firm
- Sandoz Inc
- Origin
- NJ, United States
- Initiated by
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- FDA recall number
- D-0608-2026 · FDA notice
Low risk, still worth a check. Class III means the product is unlikely to cause harm but breaks an FDA rule (often labeling). If your lot matches, your pharmacy will normally swap it; there is no need for alarm.
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