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CDSCO NSQ alert, December 2023: 78 drug batches flagged
By Blacklisted editorial team· Published 20 Jan 2024· Updated 3 Nov 2026· Source: CDSCO NSQ portal
In its December 2023 alert, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation listed 78 drug batches that failed quality tests, 50 at central laboratories and 28 at state drug-testing laboratories, from 56 manufacturers across 63 products. The most common failure was assay, and the most-represented manufacturing state was Himachal Pradesh. Products flagged include Heparin Sodium Injection IP 5000 IU/5ml, HEPARIN SODIUM INJECTION IP 5000 IU/5ML, Calcium Carbonate with Vitamin D3 Tablets IP.
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Full list of NSQ batches, December 2023
Download CSV| Product | Batch | Manufacturer | Reason declared NSQ | Tested by |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zalcoril-LS Syrup (Ambroxol Hcl, Levosalbutamol & Guaiphenesin Syrup-100 ml) | Batch VDL-1240Mfg Jul 2022 · Exp Jun 2024 | VVPB Pharmaceuticals Pvt. LtdHimachal Pradesh | Content of Diethylene GlycolOther | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Unlabeled white tablets Calcium and Vitamin D3 | Batch UnlabeledMfg ? · Exp ? | Kanha BiogeneticHimachal Pradesh | Assay of Calcium and DescriptionAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Unlabeled white tablets Calcium and Vitamin D3 | Batch UnlabeledMfg ? · Exp ? | Kanha BiogeneticHimachal Pradesh | Assay of Calcium and DescriptionAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Trypsin, Bromelain & Rutoside Trihydrate Tablets (Rednil) | Batch DMT1197BMfg Aug 2023 · Exp Jul 2025 | Dm Pharma Private LimitedHimachal Pradesh | Assay/content of 'Trypsin'Assay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Telmisartan and Amlodipine Tablets IP (Zensartan-AM Tablets) | Batch WEL22031Mfg Apr 2022 · Exp Sep 2024 | Windlas Biotech Limited (Plant-2)Uttarakhand | Assay of Amlodipine Besilate calculated as AmlodipineAssay | RDTL ChandigarhCDSCO lab |
| Telmisartan Tablets IP 40 mg (Telmibeck-40 Tablets) | Batch BT23-297Mfg Jul 2023 · Exp Jun 2025 | Biocore PharmaceuticalsHimachal Pradesh | Dissolution of TelmisartanDissolution | RDTL ChandigarhCDSCO lab |
| TESTO-VAS-250 (Testosterone Mix Compound Injection) | Batch MI-101Mfg Sep 2022 · Exp Aug 2025 | QP Pharmachem LtdPunjab | Particulate Matter and DescriptionDescription | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| TESCALVIT D3 Tablets (Calcium Carbonate & Vitamin D3 Tablets) | Batch PT-30296Mfg Feb 2023 · Exp Jan 2025 | Pharmaroots HealthcareHimachal Pradesh | Assay of Vitamin D3 and DescriptionAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| TELGO-80 (Telmisartan Tablets IP) | Batch OT-231699Mfg Nov 2023 · Exp Oct 2025 | Orchid Bio-Tech LimitedDelhi | DissolutionDissolution | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Sodium Valporate Tablets IP 200 mg | Batch 423-499Mfg Mar 2023 · Exp Feb 2025 | Zee Laboratories LtdHimachal Pradesh | Dissolution of Sodium ValproateDissolution | RDTL ChandigarhState lab |
| Shercef-TZ (Ceftriaxone and Tazobactam for Injection 1.125 gm) | Batch YSZ3103Mfg Jul 2023 · Exp Jun 2025 | Yeluri Formulations Pvt LtdTelangana | Completeness of solution, Clarity of Solution and Particulate MatterParticulate matter | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| STREPTOMYCIN (STREPTOMYCIN INJECTION I.P. (0.75g.)) | Batch STRO-0103Mfg Apr 2023 · Exp Mar 2025 | PAR Pharmaceuticals Pvt. LtdUttarakhand | Clarity of solution, Particulate Matter and DescriptionDescription | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| SODIUM CHLORIDE INJECTION IP (0.9% w/v) (NS) | Batch S1FBV01Mfg Jan 2022 · Exp Dec 2023 | Swaroop Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd | Bacterial endotoxinsBacterial endotoxins | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Pregabalin SR 75 and Methylcobalamin 1500 mcg Tablets | Batch PMC-2311Mfg Sep 2023 · Exp Aug 2025 | Seeko biotics | Assay of Pregabalin and Methylcobalamin, Dissolution of Pregabalin and DescriptionAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Pregabalin Capsules IP (Pragavir Capsules) | Batch MMC-1476Mfg Jun 2023 · Exp May 2025 | Mayoford PharmaHimachal Pradesh | Assay of PregabalinAssay | RDTL ChandigarhState lab |
| Piroxicam Tablets I.P. 20 mg, | Batch URDT2340Mfg Oct 2023 · Exp Sep 2026 | Unicure India LtdUttarakhand | DissolutionDissolution | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Peritoneal Dialysis Solution IP (1.7% w/v) (PD 1.7) | Batch 1K25276Mfg Nov 2022 · Exp Oct 2025 | Aculife Healthcare Pvt. LtdGujarat | Assay of CalciumAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Paracetamol Tablets IP 650mg. (DAXIPAR-650 Tablets) | Batch DPT22863Mfg Sep 2022 · Exp Aug 2024 | Daxin Pharmaceuticals Pvt. LtdHimachal Pradesh | DissolutionDissolution | RDTL GuwahatiState lab |
| Paracetamol Tablets IP 500mg. (Galpara) | Batch GPT22003Mfg Jul 2022 · Exp Jun 2025 | Galpha Laboratories LimitedHimachal Pradesh | DissolutionDissolution | RDTL GuwahatiState lab |
| Paracetamol & Diclofenac Sodium Tablets (KEZIPYRIN) | Batch KZ-004Mfg Mar 2022 · Exp Feb 2024 | Indian Remedies | Assay of Paracetamol and Diclofenac SodiumAssay | RDTL GuwahatiState lab |
| Pantoprazole Tablets I.P. 40mg | Batch PNT/2300 IMfg May 2023 · Exp Apr 2025 | Maan Pharmaceuticals LtdGujarat | Dissolution (Buffer stage)Dissolution | CDTL MumbaiCDSCO lab |
| Pantoprazole Gastro-resistant Tablets IP (PAN-40) | Batch 22442076Mfg Jul 2022 · Exp Dec 2024 | Alkem Health ScienceSikkim | AssayAssay | RDTL GuwahatiState lab |
| Oxytetracycline Injection I.P. 30 ml | Batch TR-129Mfg Oct 2023 · Exp Mar 2025 | PAR Pharmaceuticals Pvt. LtdUttarakhand | Description, pH and Particulate MatterDescription | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Ovit Cee Tablets (Ascorbic Acid Tablets IP) | Batch T-2306-08Mfg Jun 2023 · Exp Nov 2024 | Oscar Remedies Pvt. Ltd | Assay of 'Ascorbic Acid' and DescriptionAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Myspas (Mefenamic Acid & Dicyclomine HCl Tablets I.P.) | Batch T-230764Mfg Sep 2023 · Exp Aug 2025 | Sunlife SciencesUttarakhand | DissolutionDissolution | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Multi-Vitamin Tablets (VITAJACKS-S TABLETS) | Batch T-171Mfg Apr 2023 · Exp Mar 2025 | Jackson Laboratories Pvt. LtdPunjab | Assay of Vitamin B1 and Vitamin C.Assay | RDTL ChandigarhCDSCO lab |
| Montelukast Sodium and Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride Tablets (MELEE TABLETS) | Batch JUN-23146Mfg Jun 2023 · Exp May 2025 | Bonsai PharmaHimachal Pradesh | Assay of Montelukast Sodium Calculated as MontelukastAssay | RDTL ChandigarhState lab |
| Methylergometrine Injection IP (0.2mg/ml) | Batch I-6067Mfg Jan 2023 · Exp Dec 2024 | Jackson Laboratories Pvt. LtdPunjab | Bacterial endotoxinsBacterial endotoxins | RDTL GuwahatiState lab |
| Metformin Hydrochloride Tablets IP | Batch GT0712Mfg Aug 2023 · Exp Jul 2025 | Deep PharmaGujarat | DescriptionDescription | CDTL MumbaiCDSCO lab |
| MULTIVITAMIN TABLETS NFI | Batch TN2212142Mfg Dec 2022 · Exp Feb 2024 | Adroit Pharmaceuticals Pvt. LtdMaharashtra | Assay of vitamin D3 and DescriptionAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| MOXIZEE-P Eye Drops (Moxifloxacin & Prednisolone Acetate Eye Drops) | Batch 1223-319Mfg Aug 2023 · Exp Jul 2025 | Zee Laboratories LtdHimachal Pradesh | Assay of PrednisoloneAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| METRONIDAZOLE & FURAZOLIDONE TABLETS (DIARRNIL) | Batch BNT-425Mfg Jun 2022 · Exp May 2024 | Bonn Schtering Bio SciencesPuducherry | DisintegrationDisintegration | RDTL GuwahatiState lab |
| MAFNAC-SPAS (MEFENAMIC ACID & PARACETAMOL TABLETS) | Batch MFNT-001Mfg Mar 2022 · Exp Feb 2025 | Laborate Pharmaceuticals India LtdHimachal Pradesh | Disintegration and DescriptionDescription | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Lycopene, Vitamin A, Vitamine E, Ascorbic Acid, Zinc Sulphate, Copper Sulphate, Manganese Sulphate, Beta Carotene & Sodium Selenate Capsules | Batch RC220065Mfg Nov 2022 · Exp Apr 2024 | Ridley Life Science Pvt. LtdDelhi | DescriptionDescription | RDTL GuwahatiState lab |
| Levofull (Levofloxacin 500 mg) | Batch 23ATE0906Mfg Sep 2023 · Exp Aug 2026 | Acies Pharmaceutical Pvt. LtdUttarakhand | Disintegration and DissolutionDissolution | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| LIGNOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION I.P. (A-CAINE) | Batch HILA23013 CMfg Aug 2023 · Exp Jul 2025 | Health Biotech LtdHimachal Pradesh | Assay of Lignocaine HydrochlorideAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Itraconazole Capsules BP. (ITROX- 200) | Batch LGL07/150/ 20Mfg Jul 2022 · Exp Jun 2024 | Logos PharmaHimachal Pradesh | DissolutionDissolution | RDTL GuwahatiState lab |
| Itraconazole Capsules 100mg (ITRAKAM 100) | Batch 2304104Mfg Apr 2023 · Exp Mar 2025 | Impulse Pharma Pvt. LtdMaharashtra | DissolutionDissolution | CDTL MumbaiCDSCO lab |
| ISONIAZID TABLETS IP 300 MG (ISONIAZID-300) | Batch PT23-108Mfg May 2023 · Exp Apr 2025 | Pentachem PharmaceuticalHimachal Pradesh | DescriptionDescription | RDTL GuwahatiState lab |
| Heparin Sodium Injection IP 5000 IU/5ml,(INFA-HEP) | Batch A23LV060BMfg May 2023 · Exp Apr 2025 | Infallible Pharma Pvt. LtdMaharashtra | pH, Particulate Matter and DescriptionDescription | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Heparin Sodium Injection IP 5000 IU/5ml | Batch AGI-23111Mfg May 2023 · Exp Apr 2025 | Alliance BiotechHimachal Pradesh | pH, Particulate Matter and DescriptionDescription | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Heparin Sodium Injection IP 5000 IU/5ml | Batch AGI-23110Mfg May 2023 · Exp Apr 2025 | Alliance BiotechHimachal Pradesh | pH, Particulate Matter and DescriptionDescription | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Heparin Sodium Injection IP 5000 IU/5ml | Batch AGI-23109Mfg May 2023 · Exp Apr 2025 | Alliance BiotechHimachal Pradesh | Particulate Matter and DescriptionDescription | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Heparin Sodium Injection IP 5000 IU/5ml | Batch AGI-23108Mfg May 2023 · Exp Apr 2025 | Alliance BiotechHimachal Pradesh | pH, Particulate Matter and DescriptionDescription | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| HEPARIN SODIUM INJECTION IP 5000 IU/5ML | Batch AGI-23114Mfg May 2023 · Exp Apr 2025 | Alliaance BiotechHimachal Pradesh | Particulate Matter and DescriptionDescription | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| HEPARIN SODIUM INJECTION IP 5000 IU/5ML | Batch AGI-23107Mfg May 2023 · Exp Apr 2025 | Alliance BiotechHimachal Pradesh | pH, Particulate Matter and DescriptionDescription | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| HEPARIN SODIUM INJECTION IP 5000 IU/5ML | Batch AGI-23112Mfg May 2023 · Exp Apr 2025 | Alliance BiotechHimachal Pradesh | pH, Particulate Matter, Assay and DescriptionAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| HEPARIN SODIUM INJECTION IP 5000 IU/5ML | Batch AGI-23113Mfg May 2023 · Exp Apr 2025 | Alliance BiotechHimachal Pradesh | pH, Particulate Matter and DescriptionDescription | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Glimepiride Tablets IP.. (Glimnol-1 Tablets) | Batch PT-22953Mfg Jan 2023 · Exp Dec 2024 | Pharmaroots HealthcareHimachal Pradesh | DissolutionDissolution | RDTL GuwahatiState lab |
| Glimepiride Tablets I.P. (Glimicut-1) | Batch SG22022Mfg Mar 2022 · Exp Feb 2024 | Sanctus Global Formulations LimitedHimachal Pradesh | DissolutionDissolution | RDTL GuwahatiState lab |
| Fexofenadine Hydrochloride Tablets IP | Batch 658-009Mfg Sep 2022 · Exp Aug 2024 | Signature Phytochemical IndustriesUttarakhand | DissolutionDissolution | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| EDU-AX SYRUP (Ambroxol Hydrochloride, Terbutaline Sulphate, Guaiphenesin and Menthol Syrup) | Batch RL22287Mfg Feb 2023 · Exp Jan 2025 | Rachil Pharma 18-19 | Assay of Ambroxol Hydrochloride, Menthol and DescriptionAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Diltizem Tablets IP 60mg | Batch GM23005Mfg Mar 2023 · Exp Feb 2025 | Skymap Pharmaceuticals Pvt. LtdUttarakhand | Related SubstancesRelated substances | CDTL MumbaiCDSCO lab |
| Digiver (Digoxin Injection BP 250 MCG/ML) | Batch E1582204Mfg Dec 2022 · Exp Nov 2024 | Verve Human Care Laboratories 15-AUttarakhand | Assay/Content of DigoxinAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Cyproheptadine HCl and Tricholine Citrate Syrup (CYPOFINE-T Syrup) | Batch SHL1107BMfg Jul 2022 · Exp Jun 2024 | Sunfine HealtchareHimachal Pradesh | Assay of Tricholine CitrateAssay | RDTL ChandigarhState lab |
| Clopidogrel & Aspirin Tablets IP (75mg / 75mg) | Batch MT221335Mfg Apr 2022 · Exp Mar 2024 | Mascot Health Series Pvt. LtdUttarakhand | Related Substances Free Salicylic Acid, Assay for Clopidogrel & DescriptionAssay | CDTL MumbaiCDSCO lab |
| Cefuroxime Axetil Tablets IP (Roxim- 500 Tablets) | Batch 457783Mfg Mar 2023 · Exp Feb 2026 | Reon PharmaGujarat | Identification, Uniformity of weight and Assay of Cefuroxime Axetil eq. to CefuroximeAssay | RDTL ChandigarhState lab |
| Cefpodoxime Proxetil Tablets IP (DOXTIL-200 TABLETS) | Batch MHBT/23/03 8Mfg Apr 2023 · Exp Mar 2025 | Morisus HealthcareUttarakhand | Uniformity of weight, Identification and Assay of Cefpodoxime Proxetil equivalent to anhydrous CefpodoximeAssay | RDTL ChandigarhState lab |
| Cefoperazone Injection IP. (NOZACEF-1 GM) | Batch PD042309Mfg Apr 2023 · Exp Mar 2025 | Primus PharmaceuticalsHimachal Pradesh | Assay of CefoperazoneAssay | RDTL GuwahatiState lab |
| Cefixime Trihydrate and Lactic Acid Bacillus Tablets (MEF-200 LB TABLETS) | Batch MHBT/23/02 5Mfg Apr 2023 · Exp Mar 2025 | Morisus HealthcareUttarakhand | Identification and Assay of Cefixime Trihydrate eq. to Anhydrous CefiximeAssay | RDTL ChandigarhState lab |
| Cefepime and Tazobactam for Injection (Pimebest-TZ) | Batch YBZ3101Mfg Jul 2023 · Exp Jun 2025 | Yeluri Formulations Pvt LtdTelangana | Completeness of solution, Clarity of Solution and Particulate MatterParticulate matter | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Calcium Carbonate with Vitamin D3 Tablets IP | Batch UP2310036Mfg Oct 2023 · Exp Sep 2025 | Kanha BiogeneticHimachal Pradesh | Assay of Calcium and DescriptionAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Calcium Carbonate with Vitamin D3 Tablets IP | Batch WB2309007Mfg Sep 2023 · Exp Aug 2025 | Kanha BiogeneticHimachal Pradesh | Assay of CalciumAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Calcium Carbonate with Vitamin D3 Tablets IP | Batch UP2310033Mfg Oct 2023 · Exp Sep 2025 | Kanha BiogeneticHimachal Pradesh | Assay of Calcium and DescriptionAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Calcitriol, Calcium Carbonate, Vitamin K2-7, Methylcobalamin, Zinc, Magnesium & L-Methyl Folate Softgel Capsules (Maycal K2 Softgel) | Batch CHD-2039Mfg Feb 2022 · Exp Jan 2024 | Capsoft Healthcare Pvt. LtdHimachal Pradesh | Assay of "Methylcobalamin " & "L-Methyl Folate" and Description.Assay | RDTL GuwahatiState lab |
| CEFOPERAZONE INJECTION IP (PICOZONE INJECTION) | Batch HICO23010 AMfg Oct 2023 · Exp Sep 2025 | Health Biotech LtdHimachal Pradesh | Particulate matter, Clarity of Solution and AssayAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| CALCIUM GLUCONATE INJECTION I.P. 10ml | Batch CG23Y1Mfg May 2023 · Exp Apr 2025 | Acro Lifesciences (India) Pvt. LtdMaharashtra | Assay of Calcium Gluconate, Particulate Matter and Description.Assay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| CALCIUM AND VITAMIN D3 TABLETS I.P. | Batch UDT10673Mfg Feb 2023 · Exp Jul 2024 | Unicure India LtdUttar Pradesh | DescriptionDescription | RDTL GuwahatiState lab |
| Bisacodyl Gastro- Resistance Tablets IP 5mg (Bisacodyl) | Batch EGT10909Mfg Sep 2021 · Exp Aug 2024 | Elder Labs LimitedHimachal Pradesh | Assay, DissolutionAssay | CDTL MumbaiCDSCO lab |
| Betamethasone Sodium Phosphate Injection IP 4mg/ml | Batch BS-2303Mfg Aug 2023 · Exp Jul 2025 | Konis Pharmaceuticals Krishna Nagar-522502 (A.P.) | Description, Particulate Matter and Related Substances.Description | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Azithromycin Tablets IP 500 mg (Zathron-500 Tablets) | Batch 45865Mfg Mar 2023 · Exp Feb 2025 | Reon PharmaGujarat | Identification and Assay of Azithromycin Dihydrate equivalent to anhydrous AzithromycinAssay | RDTL ChandigarhState lab |
| Ascorbic Acid 500 mg Capsules (MAX-CEE CAPSULES) | Batch MT-2232Mfg Apr 2023 · Exp Mar 2026 | Mason PharmaHimachal Pradesh | Assay of Sodium Ascorbate calculated as Ascorbic AcidAssay | RDTL ChandigarhState lab |
| Ascorbic Acid +Zinc 500mg/5mg Capsules (MAX-CEE+CAPSULES) | Batch MT-2231Mfg Apr 2023 · Exp Mar 2026 | Mason PharmaHimachal Pradesh | Identification and Assay of Zinc Sulphate monohydrate calculated as elemental Zinc and Assay of Sodium Ascorbate calculated as Ascorbic acidAssay | RDTL ChandigarhState lab |
| Ampicillin Capsules IP 500 mg (Ampicillin-500 Capsules) | Batch RRCF 002Mfg May 2023 · Exp Apr 2025 | Ross Robinz BiotechHimachal Pradesh | Assay of Ampicillin Trihydrate calculated as AmpicillinAssay | RDTL ChandigarhState lab |
| Amoxycillin Trihydrate Capsules IP (Amoxus -500 Capsules) | Batch CP04854Mfg Jun 2023 · Exp May 2025 | Morisus HealthcareUttarakhand | Identification, Uniformity of filled weight and Assay of Amoxycillin trihydrate eq. to AmoxycillinAssay | RDTL ChandigarhState lab |
| Albendazole Tablets IP (Opida- 400) | Batch 23A-T149Mfg Apr 2023 · Exp Mar 2025 | Orison Pharma InternationalHimachal Pradesh | DissolutionDissolution | RDTL GuwahatiState lab |
| Aceclofenac, Paracetamol and Serratiopeptidase Tablets (ACETOP- SP TABLETS) | Batch YT206011Mfg Jun 2022 · Exp May 2024 | Yug Enteprises Pvt. LtdUttarakhand | Assay of SerratiopeptidaseAssay | RDTL ChandigarhCDSCO lab |
| AMOXYCILLIN ORAL SUSPENSION I.P. 250 mg/5ml | Batch RD220037Mfg Oct 2022 · Exp Sep 2024 | Ridley Life Science Pvt. LtdDelhi | Assay & pHAssay | RDTL GuwahatiState lab |
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- 3 Nov 2026: table generated from the CDSCO NSQ portal export (78 rows). Revised CDSCO lists are diffed on each monthly rebuild.