CDSCO monthly lab alert
CDSCO NSQ alert, July 2024: 70 drug batches flagged
By Blacklisted editorial team· Published 20 Aug 2024· Updated 3 Nov 2026· Source: CDSCO NSQ portal
In its July 2024 alert, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation listed 70 drug batches that failed quality tests, 57 at central laboratories and 13 at state drug-testing laboratories, from 50 manufacturers across 51 products. The most common failure was assay, and the most-represented manufacturing state was Himachal Pradesh. Products flagged include Monopropylen e Glycol USP, Vitamin B Complex tablet N.F.I.1, RABEPRAZOL E TABLETS IP.
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Full list of NSQ batches, July 2024
Download CSV| Product | Batch | Manufacturer | Reason declared NSQ | Tested by |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin B Complex tablet N.F.I.1 | Batch S0004/24- 25Mfg ? · Exp ? | Supplied by Kerala Medical Services Corporation LtdKerala | The sample does not conform to IP standard with respect to the ?Descriptive part? for tabletsOther | DTL ThiruvananthapuramState lab |
| Vitamin B Complex tablet N.F.I.1 | Batch S0003/24- 25Mfg ? · Exp ? | Supplied by Kerala Medical Services Corporation LtdKerala | The sample does not conform to IP standard with respect to the ?Descriptive part? for tabletsOther | DTL ThiruvananthapuramState lab |
| Tranexamic Acid Injection IP (Stopmust Injection) | Batch KEI-110CMfg Nov 2023 · Exp Oct 2025 | Elvia Care Pvt. LtdHimachal Pradesh | Bacterial Endotoxins TestBacterial endotoxins | RDTL GuwahatiCDSCO lab |
| Teneligliptin & Metformin Hydrochloride Extended Release Tablets IP (20 mg / 500 mg) | Batch ST23-2897Mfg Oct 2023 · Exp Sep 2025 | Salud Care (I) Pvt. LtdUttarakhand | Description & Assay of Teneligliptin Hydrobromid e HydrateAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Tamsulosin and Dutasteride Tablets (Urimax-D) | Batch GH30334Mfg May 2023 · Exp Apr 2025 | Cipla LtdGoa | Identification and Assay of Tamsulosin Hydrochloride, Dutasteride and Description.Assay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Synetivit Capsules (Omega-3 Fatty Acid, Green Tea Extract, Ginkgo Biloba, Ginseng, Grape Seeds Extract, Vitamins, Minerals & Trace Elements Soft Gelatin Capsules) | Batch LSG-2890Mfg Jul 2023 · Exp Dec 2024 | Lifevision HealthcareHimachal Pradesh | Disintegration, Assay of Lactic Acid Bacillus, Vitamin B6, Folic Acid & NiacinamideAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Sterile Noradrenaline Concentrate IP (ADRAID) | Batch DP4095Mfg Mar 2024 · Exp Feb 2026 | Divine Laboratories Pvt. LtdGujarat | Description & Particulate MatterDescription | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Sterile Noradrenaline Concentrate I.P. | Batch KP247236Mfg Jul 2023 · Exp Jun 2025 | Neon Laboratories LtdMaharashtra | Description & Particulate MatterDescription | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Sodium Valporate Gastro Resistant Tablets IP 200 mg | Batch SVT1140Mfg Sep 2023 · Exp Aug 2026 | Unicure India LtdUttar Pradesh | It fails the test ?Dissolution? as per IPDissolution | DTL ThiruvananthapuramState lab |
| Salbutamol Nebuliser Solution BP 5 mg/ml | Batch CHS-3085Mfg Jun 2023 · Exp May 2025 | Cotec Healthcare Pvt. LtdUttarakhand | It fails the test ?pH? as per BPpH | DTL ThiruvananthapuramState lab |
| RABEPRAZOL E TABLETS IP | Batch MT-24B23Mfg Feb 2024 · Exp Jul 2025 | Martin & Brown Bio-Sciences Pvt. LtdHimachal Pradesh | AssayAssay | RDTL GuwahatiCDSCO lab |
| RABEPRAZOL E TABLETS IP | Batch MT-24B26Mfg Feb 2024 · Exp Jul 2025 | Martin & Brown Bio-Sciences Pvt. LtdHimachal Pradesh | Assay/Conte nt of Rabeprazole SodiumAssay | RDTL GuwahatiCDSCO lab |
| Propylene Glycol IP | Batch PG-IP/2023- 24/2339Mfg Nov 2023 · Exp Oct 2028 | Manali Petrochemicals LimitedTamil Nadu | Relative DensityOther | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Propylene Glycol IP | Batch PG-IP/2023- 24/2435Mfg Jan 2024 · Exp Dec 2028 | Manali Petrochemicals LimitedTamil Nadu | Relative Density and WaterWater content | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Paracetamol Tablets IP 650 mg | Batch 2600823Mfg Feb 2023 · Exp Jan 2026 | Karnataka Antibiotics & Pharmaceuticals LtdKarnataka | DescriptionDescription | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Paracetamol Tablets IP 500 mg (Pararex- 500 | Batch CT-5063Mfg Dec 2022 · Exp Nov 2025 | Chemetac Pharmaceuticals 42Uttar Pradesh | "Dissolution" of Paracetamol.Dissolution | RDTL GuwahatiCDSCO lab |
| Pantoprazole for Injection BP (Glanpan IV Injection) | Batch PNDA4C22AMfg Mar 2024 · Exp Feb 2026 | Aarge Healthcraft | Particulate matterParticulate matter | RDTL ChandigarhCDSCO lab |
| Pantoprazole Tablets IP | Batch MT-23K36Mfg Nov 2023 · Exp Apr 2025 | Martin & Brown Bio-Sciences Pvt. LtdHimachal Pradesh | Dissolution at Buffer StageDissolution | RDTL GuwahatiCDSCO lab |
| Pantoprazole Tablets 40 mg I.P. (MEDIPANTO-40 Tablets) | Batch FEB24144Mfg Feb 2024 · Exp Jan 2026 | Bonsai PharmaHimachal Pradesh | DissolutionDissolution | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Pantoprazole Gastro- Resistant Tablets IP 40 mg | Batch PGR-02Mfg Dec 2023 · Exp Nov 2025 | Agron Remedies Pvt. LtdUttarakhand | Dissolution in Acid Stage for PantoprazoleDissolution | RDTL GuwahatiCDSCO lab |
| Oxalobacter, Lactobacillus & Bifidobacteriu m with FOS Capsules (OXASPUR) | Batch RHCE23001Mfg May 2023 · Exp Oct 2024 | Swift Life Sciences Pvt. LtdUttarakhand | Assay of Oxalobacter Species & Bifidobacteriu m BifidumAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Ofloxacin and Ornidazole Tablets I.P. | Batch 6001723Mfg Jun 2023 · Exp May 2026 | Karnataka Antibiotics & Pharmaceuticals LtdKarnataka | DescriptionDescription | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Ofloxacin & Ornidazole Tablets IP (Samri-OZ) | Batch UGT23J14AMfg Jan 2023 · Exp Dec 2024 | Unigrow PharmaceuticalsHimachal Pradesh | Dissolution & AssayAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| ONDANSETR ON ORALLY DISINTEGRAT ING TABLETS IP 4mg | Batch T-15842Mfg Dec 2023 · Exp Nov 2025 | KARNANI PHARMACEUTICALS PVT. LTD. Fact : 38Uttarakhand | Description and Uniformity of ContentDescription | CDTL HyderabadCDSCO lab |
| ONDANSETR ON ORALLY DISINTEGRAT ING TABLETS IP 4mg | Batch T-15961Mfg Jan 2024 · Exp Dec 2025 | KARNANI PHARMACEUTICALS PVT. LTD. Fact : 38Uttarakhand | Description and Uniformity of ContentDescription | CDTL HyderabadCDSCO lab |
| New improved Gentle Daily care Natural protein Shampoo | Batch B20240005 2Mfg Jan 2024 · Exp Dec 2026 | Himalaya Wellness CompanyHimachal Pradesh | It fails the test for ?heavy metals as lead (Pb)? as per IS 7884:2023Other | DTL ThiruvananthapuramState lab |
| Monopropylen e Glycol USP | Batch 9814815014Mfg Jan 2024 · Exp Jan 2026 | Shell Eastern Chemicals | WaterWater content | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Monopropylen e Glycol USP | Batch 9815216014Mfg Jan 2024 · Exp Jan 2026 | Shell Eastern Chemicals (S) Seraya Manufacturing Site | Specific GravityOther | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Monopropylen e Glycol USP | Batch 9815617014Mfg Jan 2024 · Exp Jan 2026 | Shell Eastern Chemicals (S) Seraya Manufacturing Site | Water & Specific GravityWater content | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Monopropylen e Glycol USP | Batch 9729323113Mfg Nov 2023 · Exp Nov 2025 | Shell Eastern Chemicals (S) Seraya Manufacturing Site | Water & Specific GravityWater content | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Lingocaine & Adrenaline Injection IP (Lignocop- ADR) | Batch 305Mfg Dec 2023 · Exp Nov 2025 | Carewin Pharmaceuticals (Guj) Pvt. LtdGujarat | Assay of AdrenalineAssay | CDTL MumbaiCDSCO lab |
| Levetiracetam Tablets IP (Levodil-500) | Batch GAG0628Mfg Aug 2023 · Exp Jul 2025 | Agron Remedies Pvt. LtdUttarakhand | DissolutionDissolution | CDTL MumbaiCDSCO lab |
| Ivermectin Tablets I.P. 6 mg | Batch JDJS403Mfg Apr 2024 · Exp Mar 2026 | J. Duncan Health Care Pvt. LtdMaharashtra | DissolutionDissolution | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Itraconazole Capsules BP 100 mg | Batch UC-23240AMfg Oct 2023 · Exp Sep 2025 | Ultra Drugs Pvt. LtdHimachal Pradesh | DissolutionDissolution | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Itraconazole 100mg Capsules (FUNGOBEE Capsules) | Batch MAR-24154Mfg Mar 2024 · Exp Feb 2026 | Bonsai PharmaHimachal Pradesh | DissolutionDissolution | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Iron & Folic Acid Syrup IP (JKMSCL Hospital Supply) | Batch SY-1641Mfg Aug 2023 · Exp Jul 2025 | Jackson Laboratories Pvt.Ltd 22-24Punjab | The sample fails in the test for pH w.r.t the sample portion received.pH | CFDL Jammu (J&K)State lab |
| Irinotecan Inj.IP 100 mg vial | Batch D0368/23- 24Mfg ? · Exp ? | Supplied by Kerala Medical Services Corporation LtdKerala | It fails the tests particulate matter and assay as per IPAssay | DTL ThiruvananthapuramState lab |
| Fluorometholone Eye drops IP | Batch CHE 3044Mfg May 2023 · Exp Apr 2025 | Cotec Healthcare Pvt. LtdUttarakhand | It fails the test ?Assay? as per IPAssay | DTL ThiruvananthapuramState lab |
| Diclofenac Tablets IP 50mg (Snedic- 50) | Batch T24B008Mfg Feb 2024 · Exp Jan 2027 | Snehal Pharma & Surgicals Pvt. LtdMaharashtra | Misbranded (Improper labeling)Misbranded | CDTL MumbaiCDSCO lab |
| Dextrose and Ascorbic Acid with Zinc Powder (Vz- Plus) | Batch VZ224015Mfg Apr 2024 · Exp Mar 2026 | Styrun HealthcareGujarat | WaterWater content | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Compound Sodium Lactate Injection IP (Ringers Lactate Solution for Injection) | Batch 2918Mfg Dec 2022 · Exp Nov 2025 | Hindustan Antibiotics LtdMaharashtra | Bacterial EndotoxinsBacterial endotoxins | RDTL ChandigarhCDSCO lab |
| Compound Sodium Lactate Injection I.P. (Ringers Lactate I.P.) RL | Batch 03BF2450Mfg Mar 2024 · Exp Feb 2027 | Paschim Banga Pharmaceuticals | SterilitySterility | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Compound Sodium Lactate Injection I.P. (Ringer Lactate Solution for Injection) (Hi- Ring-RL) | Batch F31823Mfg Oct 2023 · Exp Sep 2026 | Higgs HealthcareHimachal Pradesh | Assay of PotassiumAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Compound Sodium Lactate Injection I.P. (RL FFS 500 ML) | Batch 03BF1734Mfg Aug 2022 · Exp Jul 2025 | Paschim Banga Pharmaceuticals | Bacterial endotoxinsBacterial endotoxins | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Ciprofloxacin Tablets I.P. 500 mg (Ocif- 500 Tablets) | Batch OCF5-23-222Mfg Jul 2023 · Exp Jun 2025 | Ornate Labs Pvt. Ltd | DissolutionDissolution | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride Tablets IP 500 mg | Batch CPXT-1016Mfg Oct 2023 · Exp Sep 2026 | Wings Biotech LLPHimachal Pradesh | It fails the test ?Dissolution? as per IPDissolution | DTL ThiruvananthapuramState lab |
| Cilader -10 | Batch AGT30720Mfg Jul 2023 · Exp Jun 2025 | Alventa Pharma LtdHimachal Pradesh | It fails the test ?Dissolution? as per IPDissolution | DTL ThiruvananthapuramState lab |
| Chlorpromazine Tab IP 50 mg | Batch D 0644/24- 25Mfg ? · Exp ? | Supplied by Kerala Medical Services Corporation LtdKerala | The sample does not conform to IP standards. It fails the ?Descriptive part?Other | DTL ThiruvananthapuramState lab |
| Cephalexin Oral Suspension IP 125/500 | Batch CHDA-01Mfg Apr 2023 · Exp Sep 2024 | Nestor Pharmaceuticals LimitedHaryana | It fails the test ?Assay? and Descriptive part as per IPAssay | DTL ThiruvananthapuramState lab |
| Ceftriaxone Sodium for Injection IP 1gm / 10 ml | Batch S24015Mfg Feb 2024 · Exp Jan 2026 | SAI Parenterals LimitedTelangana | Clarity of solution, Particulate Matter & Appearance of solutionParticulate matter | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Ceflxime Tablets IP (Zimspor-200) | Batch MBT-03023Mfg May 2023 · Exp Apr 2025 | Mestra Pharma Pvt. LtdUttarakhand | Water & Uniformity of DispersionUniformity of weight/content | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Carboplatin USP | Batch CN24010001Mfg Jan 2024 · Exp Dec 2028 | Hetero Labs LtdTelangana | Identification by IR, by HPLC and Loss on dryingIdentification | RDTL ChandigarhCDSCO lab |
| Carbamazepin e Extended-Release Tablets IP 200 mg | Batch TCRN-004Mfg Oct 2023 · Exp Sep 2025 | J.P IndustriesHimachal Pradesh | DissolutionDissolution | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Calcium Gluconate Injection I.P. 10 ml | Batch CLG-4148Mfg Dec 2022 · Exp Nov 2024 | Priya PharmaceuticalsUttar Pradesh | Assay of CalciumAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Calcium Carbonate, Calcitriol, Methylcobalam in, Folic Acid & Vitamin B6 Soft Gelatin Capsules (CAMED-CM) | Batch DBIS-8889BMfg Jan 2024 · Exp Dec 2025 | Broad Injectables | Disintegration & Assay of Calcitriol, Vitamin B6 & Methylcobala minAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Calcium Aspartate, Calcium Orotate, Calcitriol, Minerals and Vitamins Tablets (Ezorb Forte Tablets) | Batch EZF-1873Mfg Jan 2024 · Exp Jun 2026 | Overseas Health Care Pvt. Ltd | Assay of ClacitriolAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Calcium 500 mg. with Vitamin D3 250 IU Tablets IP | Batch LMT240412Mfg Apr 2024 · Exp Mar 2026 | Life Max Cancer Laboratories | Dissolution (Calcium) and Assay of Vitamin D3Assay | RDTL GuwahatiCDSCO lab |
| Calcium 500 mg with Vitamin D3 250 IU Tablets IP | Batch LMT240376Mfg Mar 2024 · Exp Feb 2026 | Life Max Cancer LaboratoriesUttarakhand | Dissolution of Calcium & Assay of Vitamin D3Assay | RDTL GuwahatiCDSCO lab |
| Calcium 500 mg with Vitamin D3 250 IU Tablets IP | Batch LMT240335Mfg Mar 2024 · Exp Feb 2026 | Life Max Cancer LaboratoriesUttarakhand | Dissolution (Calcium) and Assay of Vitamin D3Assay | RDTL GuwahatiCDSCO lab |
| Calcium 500 mg and Vitamin D3 250 IU Tablets IP | Batch LMT240348Mfg Mar 2024 · Exp Feb 2026 | Life Max Cancer LaboratoriesUttarakhand | Dissolution of Calcium and Assay of vitamin D3Assay | RDTL GuwahatiCDSCO lab |
| COMPOUND SODIUM LACTATE INJECTION I.P. (RL) | Batch 03BF2462Mfg Mar 2024 · Exp Feb 2027 | Paschim Banga Pharmaceuticals | SterilitySterility | RDTL GuwahatiCDSCO lab |
| Budesonide Nebuliser Suspension BP (Budecort Respules) | Batch SN30395Mfg Apr 2023 · Exp Mar 2025 | Cipla LtdSikkim | Assay of BudesonideAssay | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Bromhexine Hydrochloride, Terbutaline Sulphate and Guaiphenesin Syrup (T-KUF Expectorant COUGH SYRUP) | Batch UF2184145CMfg Feb 2024 · Exp Jan 2026 | Ultra Drugs Formulations Pvt LtdHimachal Pradesh | Assay of Terbutaline SulphateAssay | RDTL ChandigarhCDSCO lab |
| Bioglip 1 Tablets | Batch BEL23021Mfg Sep 2023 · Exp Aug 2025 | IBN HerbalsHimachal Pradesh | It fails the test ?Dissolution? as per IPDissolution | DTL ThiruvananthapuramState lab |
| Azithromycin Tablets IP 500 mg (ZIK 500 Tablets) | Batch NZKT-013Mfg Aug 2023 · Exp Jul 2025 | M Sea Pharmaceuticals (P) LtdHimachal Pradesh | DissolutionDissolution | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Azithromycin Tablets IP 500 mg (Aziley-500 Tablets) | Batch NZYMT-223Mfg Sep 2023 · Exp Aug 2025 | M Sea Pharmaceuticals (P) LtdHimachal Pradesh | DissolutionDissolution | CDL KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Amoxycillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets IP (Pressclav- 625) | Batch CT5023001AMfg Sep 2023 · Exp Aug 2025 | Aurobindo Pharma LimitedTelangana | DescriptionDescription | CDTL MumbaiCDSCO lab |
| Amoxycillin & Potassium Claulanate Tablets I.P. (Zalmoxi-CV 625) | Batch MICTAB- 1602Mfg Mar 2024 · Exp Aug 2025 | Micro FormulationsHimachal Pradesh | Dissolution of Clavulanic Acid and also Assay of Clavulanic AcidAssay | RDTL GuwahatiCDSCO lab |
| Albendazole Tablets IP 400 mg (Zento 400) | Batch VGT230119Mfg May 2023 · Exp Apr 2026 | Vapi Care Pharma Pvt. LtdGujarat | Dissolution of AlbendazoleDissolution | RDTL GuwahatiCDSCO lab |
| Acetylsalicylic Acid 75mg (Kardiorin AK) | Batch JTN23-211Mfg Jul 2023 · Exp Jun 2026 | AK Krishna Pharma Ltd. LtdUttarakhand | Test for Salicylic acid, Assay of Aspirin and DescriptionAssay | CDTL MumbaiCDSCO lab |
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- 3 Nov 2026: table generated from the CDSCO NSQ portal export (70 rows). Revised CDSCO lists are diffed on each monthly rebuild.