Class II
Drug Recall: Rizatriptan Benzoate Tablets, USP, 5 mg, 18 (3x6) Unit Dose Tablets, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Alkem Laboratories Ltd., INDIA, Distributed by: Ascend Laboratories LLC, Parsippany, NJ 07054, NDC 67877-
Ascend Laboratories, LLC · July 9, 2025
Reason for Recall
CGMP Deviations: detection of N-nitroso-dimethyl-rizatriptan impurity, above the FDA recommended acceptable intake limit.
Product Description
Rizatriptan Benzoate Tablets, USP, 5 mg, 18 (3x6) Unit Dose Tablets, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Alkem Laboratories Ltd., INDIA, Distributed by: Ascend Laboratories LLC, Parsippany, NJ 07054, NDC 67877-261-18
Distribution
US Nationwide.
States Affected
NATIONWIDE
Quantity Affected
N/A
Source: FDA (openFDA Drug Enforcement)
Recall number: D-0533-2025
Status: ongoing
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