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CDSCO NSQ alert, May 2026: 162 drug batches flagged
By Blacklisted editorial team· Published 20 Jun 2026· Updated 20 Sep 2026· Source: CDSCO NSQ portal
In its May 2026 alert, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation listed 162 drug batches that failed quality tests, 44 at central laboratories and 118 at state drug-testing laboratories, from 140 manufacturers across 119 products. The most common failure was assay, and the most-represented manufacturing state was Himachal Pradesh. Products flagged include Telmisartan Tablets IP 40 mg, Amoxycillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets IP, Vitamin E Acetate Soft Gelatin Caspules.
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Full list of NSQ batches, May 2026
Download CSV| Product | Batch | Manufacturer | Reason declared NSQ | Tested by |
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| Voglibose, Glimepiride & Metformin HCl (SR) Tablets). | TPT26010Mfg 2026-01 · Exp 2027-12 | Taj Pharma India LtdGujarat | Description : one out of 20 tablets blue layer half broken found. & Assay of Glimepiride IP- less than Prescribed limitAssay | SDTL, UttarakhandState lab |
| Vitamin E Acetate Soft Gelatin Caspules | D26SBM07Mfg 2026-03 · Exp 2028-02 | Caspian PharmaceuticalsHimachal Pradesh | The Product is official in USP Which is not Printed on the strips as required under the Act.Other | SDTL, PunjabState lab |
| Vitamin E Acetate Soft Gelatin Caspules | D26SBM08Mfg 2026-03 · Exp 2028-02 | Caspian PharmaceuticalsHimachal Pradesh | The Product is official in USP Which is not Printed on the strips as required under the Act.Other | SDTL, PunjabState lab |
| Vitamin E Acetate Soft Gelatin Caspules | D26SBM05Mfg 2026-03 · Exp 2028-02 | Caspian PharmaceuticalsHimachal Pradesh | The Product is official in USP Which is not Printed on the strips as required under the Act.Other | SDTL, PunjabState lab |
| Vitamin B -Complex with Vitamin C Capsules Beco-Aid | 3315Mfg 2025-04 · Exp 2026-09 | Super Fomulations Pvt. Ltd. 16-B | The content of Calcium Pantothernate in the sample is less (i.e.27.52% of the labelled amount) than the permissible limitds. The above formulation is officialo in IP as water soluble vitamins capusle therefore the drug is declared as misbranded vide rule 96 and section 17(B) of Drugs ad Cosmetics Act 1940 and Rules therunder.Water content | FDAL, MumbaiState lab |
| Vidagliptin Tablets IP 50 MG. | TVA407Mfg 2024-04 · Exp 2027-03 | Synmedic LaboratoriesRajasthan | The sample does not conform to I.P. with respect to the Dissolution and Assay of Vildagliptin.Assay | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| UV ETO SPF 50+ Sunscreen Lotion | C014Mfg 2025-03 · Exp 2028-02 | Elegant Cosmed Pvt. Ltd. Plot No. 32& 33Gujarat | The sample does not comply with Microbial examinationMicrobial limits | FDAL, MumbaiState lab |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide Injection IP | NB02I065bMfg 2025-02 · Exp 2027-01 | NDB HealthcareHimachal Pradesh | The sample does not conform to IP with respect to test for SterilitySterility | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide Injection IP | NB021065bMfg 2025-02 · Exp 2027-01 | NDB Healthcare. Vill: Lower AmbotaHimachal Pradesh | SterilitySterility | CDL, KolkataState lab |
| Tiotropium Bromide MH IP 9 mcg/dose Inhailer | PPIN-OVR954Mfg 2025-11 · Exp 2027-09 | Precept Pharma Ltd. Village DoduwalHimachal Pradesh | The sample does not conforms to claim as per patent & Propriatery in respect to the Identification & Assay of Tiotropium BromideAssay | DTL , BaddiState lab |
| Thyroxine Sodium Tablets IP 50mcg | 1030Mfg 2025-04 · Exp 2027-03 | Healthy Life Pharma Pvt. LtdMaharashtra | The sample does not conform to I.P with respect to the " Assay, Dissolution and Uniformity of content of Thyroxine Sodium equivalent to anhydrous Thyroxine Sodium.Assay | CDTL, IndoreCDSCO lab |
| Thyroxine Sodium Tablets IP 25 mcg | BGL06AABMfg 2026-01 · Exp 2027-12 | Malik Lifesciences Pvt LtdUttarakhand | Dissolution.Dissolution | DTL ThrissurState lab |
| Thicolehicoside Capsule IP | XH24IC007Mfg 2024-09 · Exp 2026-08 | Xenone Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. Village Khera-Nihla Nalagarh Dist. Solan HP 174101Himachal Pradesh | DissolutionDissolution | RDTL, Bellary, KarnatakaState lab |
| Terbutaline Sulphate, Bromhexine Hydrochloride Guaiphenesin & Menthol Syrup | ULD014Mfg 2025-04 · Exp 2027-03 | Haustus Biotech Pvt. Ltd. 44-45 | AssayAssay | RDTL, Bellary, KarnatakaState lab |
| Terbutaline Sulphate, Bromhexine HCL, Guaiphenesin & Menthol Syrup | AL25061Mfg 2025-06 · Exp 2027-05 | Cian Healthcare LimitedUttarakhand | ContentOther | DTL, Chennai-06State lab |
| Terbutaline Sulphate, Ambroxol Hydrochloride, Guaiphenesin and Menthol Syrup | SPL-1934Mfg 2025-11 · Exp 2027-10 | Sheen Pharmaceuticals Wariana Industrial Complex Jal. P.b. 144021 | The Sample does not confirm to claim as Patient & Propritary in respect to the Assay of MentholAssay | DTL , BaddiState lab |
| Teneligliptin & Metformin Hydrochloride Extended Release tablets IP | T-2503098Mfg 2025-03 · Exp 2027-02 | Rivpra Formulation Pvt. LtdUttarakhand | The sample does not conform to I.P. with respect to the Dissolution and Assay of TeneligliptinAssay | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Telmisartan Tablets IP 40mg | STS-124Mfg 2025-06 · Exp 2027-05 | Marc Lifesciences SikkimSikkim | DissolutionDissolution | DTL, Chennai-06State lab |
| Telmisartan Tablets IP 40 mg | TEP25086ALMfg 2025-04 · Exp 2027-03 | Hindustan Laboratories Ltd. Plot No. 5-9Maharashtra | DescriptionDescription | RDTL, Bellary, KarnatakaState lab |
| Telmisartan Tablets IP 40 mg | TM 5144Mfg 2025-09 · Exp 2027-08 | Kerala State Drugs and Pharmaceuticals LtdKerala | DescriptionDescription | DTL ThrissurState lab |
| Telmisartan Tablets IP 40 mg | TM5142Mfg 2025-09 · Exp 2027-08 | Kerala State Drugs and Pharmaceuticals LtdKerala | DescriptionDescription | DTL ThiruvananthapuramState lab |
| Telmisartan Tablets IP 40 mg | DT2503015AMfg 2025-03 · Exp 2027-02 | Indo Rama Healthcare Pvt Ltd | Dissolution TestDissolution | SDTL, Andhra Pradesh, VijayawadaState lab |
| Telmikind Trio 12.5 | A50AX026Mfg 2024-11 · Exp 2026-10 | Synokem Lifesciences Pvt. Ltd. Plot No. 11Uttarakhand | Two Intact strips of ten tablets each werereceived for analysis. Whin the stri0ps were opened for analysis, it was observed that the coating of four tyablets adhered to the inner surface fo the strips at the centre and peeled off while remonving out the tablets from stripsOther | FDAL, MumbaiState lab |
| TELMISARTAN TAB I.P. 40 MG. | GT-25044Mfg 2025-05 · Exp 2027-04 | Helax Healthcare Pvt. LtdUttarakhand | The sample does not conform to I.P.Other | SDTL, Kolkata, West BengalState lab |
| TELMISARTAN TAB I.P. 40 MG. | GT-25043Mfg 2025-05 · Exp 2027-04 | Helax Healthcare Pvt. LtdUttarakhand | The sample does not conform to I.P.Other | SDTL, Kolkata, West BengalState lab |
| Swabs Sterile | 14Mfg 2025-05 · Exp 2028-04 | Pearsons Healthcare Products | The sample does not conform to B.P.C. with respect to thread per stated length, weight per unit area, surface active substance and sulphated ashWeight | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Sugical Spirit IP | 31444Mfg 2025-06 · Exp 2027-05 | Pharmacare NO. 76Karnataka | Test for Weight per mlWeight | RDTL, Bellary, KarnatakaState lab |
| Steril-Fine hand sanitizer 500ml | 36526Mfg 2025-08 · Exp 2027-04 | Kalaci Pharma (India)Haryana | Identification and AssayAssay | RDTL, Bellary, KarnatakaState lab |
| Steril-Fine hand sanitizer 500ml | MPLHS008Mfg 2023-08 · Exp 2026-07 | Medifine Pharma Lab No. 33/3Karnataka | Identification and AssayAssay | RDTL, Bellary, KarnatakaState lab |
| Sodium Picosulphate Oral Solution BP | EFLH-25016Mfg 2025-03 · Exp 2027-02 | Leeford Healthcare Ltd at Plot No 888BHimachal Pradesh | The sample does not conform to IP 2022 requirements w.r.t AssayAssay | DTL,Dalgate Srinagar kashmirState lab |
| Skeenglow Facewash | 020Mfg 2025-06 · Exp 2028-05 | GCOS Products | The sample does not comply with I.S. 14648: 2011 Reaffirmed 2021 requirments for Microbial ExaminationMicrobial limits | FDAL, MumbaiState lab |
| Rosuvastatin, Aspirin and Clopidogrel Capsules | SIBP25509Mfg 2025-08 · Exp 2027-07 | Bioaltus Pharmaceuticals Pvt. LtdSikkim | The sample does not conform to the claim with respect to Assay of Rosuvastatin and Aspirin.Assay | DTL JaipurState lab |
| Rosuvastatin Tablets IP 20 mg | RVST-1040Mfg 2025-11 · Exp 2027-10 | Wings Biotech LLPHimachal Pradesh | The sample does not conform to I.P with respect to the test for Related substancesRelated substances | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Roller Bandage cloth (Non sterile) | RBC-10/16Mfg 2024-08 · Exp 2027-08 | Lifecare SurgicalsAndhra Pradesh | The sample does not conform to the Schedule F(II) with respect to threads per dm (weft), length and foreign matterOther | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Roller Bandage cloth (Non sterile) | MD/MRBC 051Mfg 2025-03 · Exp 2027-03 | Medicure EnterprisesAndhra Pradesh | The sample does not conform to the Schedule F(II) with respect to threads per dm (warp), weight in gm/sq.m and lengthWeight | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Ramipril Tablets IP 2.5 mg | TA26022Mfg 2026-01 · Exp 2027-12 | Saintlife Pharmaceuticals LtdUttarakhand | The sample does not conform to the IP with respect to Assay.Assay | DTL JaipurState lab |
| Rabeprazole sodium IP 40mg | JKFP25002Mfg 2025-10 · Exp 2027-09 | Cadila pharmaceuticlas Limited | The sample does not conform to IP 2022 requirements w.r.t Dissolution TestDissolution | DTL,Dalgate Srinagar kashmirState lab |
| Rabeprazole Sodium Injection IP | MD25C11Mfg 2025-03 · Exp 2027-02 | Martin And Brown Bio-Sciences Pvt.LtdHimachal Pradesh | The sample does not conform to I.P with respect to the tests of Particulate matter, Clarity of Solution, Uniformity of weight and for the reason stated under DescriptionDescription | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Rabeprazole Sodium (Enteric-Coated) & Domperidone (SR) Capsules. | IGC-0044Mfg 2025-01 · Exp 2027-10 | I.G. Pharma LtdUttarakhand | The content of Rabeprazole Sodium found to be 16.22mg/Capsule against labelled claim of 20.0mg/CapsuleLabelling | SDTL, PunjabState lab |
| Rabeprazole Sodium & Domperidone Capsules | HPC-5116Mfg 2025-09 · Exp 2027-08 | Helpzyn PharmaceuticalsHimachal Pradesh | Assay of Rabeprazole and DomperidoneAssay | SDTL, Andhra Pradesh, VijayawadaState lab |
| Rabeprazole Gastro Resistant Tablets IP | UT-240943BMfg 2024-06 · Exp 2026-05 | Ultra Drugs Pvt. Ltd. (Unit-II) HS No. 211Himachal Pradesh | Dissolution test (Buffer Stage)Dissolution | SDT&RL, BhubaneswarState lab |
| Propylene Glycol IP | PG-IP/2024-25/2158Mfg 2024-07 · Exp 2029-06 | Manali Petrochemicals LtdTamil Nadu | The sample does not conform to I.P. with respect to the test for "Water"Water content | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Prochlorperazine Maleate Tablets IP | ST-21941Mfg 2023-08 · Exp 2026-07 | Sunvij Drugs Pvt. Ltd. 511 | DescriptionDescription | SDT&RL, BhubaneswarState lab |
| Pregabalin capsules IP 300 mg | SC2602602Mfg 2026-02 · Exp 2028-01 | Scout Lifescience Pvt LtdHaryana | The sample received does not conform to the I.P. 2022 standard with respect to the test for Dissolution and DescriptionDissolution | CDTL, MumbaiCDSCO lab |
| Pregabalin & Nortriptyline Tablets | ST25417CMfg 2025-11 · Exp 2027-10 | Sahika Pharmaceuticals Pvt. LtdHimachal Pradesh | The sample does not conform to Manufacturer's Specification with respect to Assay of PregabalinAssay | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Povidone - Iodine Ointment USP - 15g | 2501125Mfg 2025-01 · Exp 2026-12 | Biodeal Pharmaceuticals Limited Vill. Saini MajraHimachal Pradesh | ContentOther | DTL, Chennai-06State lab |
| Potassium Nitrate, Sodium Monofluorophosphate & Triclosam Oral Gel | 25B34Mfg 2025-02 · Exp 2027-01 | Mediosa PharmaceuticalsHimachal Pradesh | AssayAssay | RDTL, Bellary, KarnatakaState lab |
| Phytomenadione Injection BP | 57P25001Mfg 2025-01 · Exp 2026-12 | Radiant Parenterals LtdGujarat | The sample does not conform to I.P. 2022 with respect to the test for pH.pH | CDTL, MumbaiCDSCO lab |
| Pheniramine Maleate Injection I.P. | BWI-2502,Mfg 2026-01 · Exp 2027-12 | Blitz Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd | The sample does not conform to the IP with respect to Assay of Pheniramine Maleate.Assay | DTL JaipurState lab |
| Paracetamol, Phenylephrine HCL, Caffeine and Disphenhydramine HCL Tablets | UT-250656DMfg 2025-05 · Exp 2027-04 | Ultra Drugs Pvt. Ltd. (Unit-II) HS No. 211Himachal Pradesh | The sample fails in the Test for Description and DisintegrationDescription | MDTL KathuaState lab |
| Paracetamol and Domperidone Tablets (Dompar) | 4C11469Mfg 2024-12 · Exp 2027-11 | Cipla LtdHimachal Pradesh | DisintegrationDisintegration | DTL KonniState lab |
| Paracetamol Tablets IP 650 mg | RPCT-221Mfg 2025-12 · Exp 2027-11 | Revat Laboratories Pvt Ltd | Uniformity of WeightUniformity of weight/content | RDTL, Kurnool, Andhra PradeshState lab |
| Paracetamol Tablets IP 500mg | 42675Mfg 2025-04 · Exp 2027-03 | Infinitive Pharmaceutical Industries. Plot No. 63Gujarat | DissolutionDissolution | RDTL, Bellary, KarnatakaState lab |
| Paracetamol Tablets IP 500mg | PTT-512Mfg 2025-04 · Exp 2028-03 | Healer's Lab Unit IIHimachal Pradesh | DissolutionDissolution | DTL, Chennai-06State lab |
| Paracetamol Tablets IP 500 mg | GAB2566Mfg 2023-11 · Exp 2026-10 | Aagya Biotech Pvt. LtdUttarakhand | DescriptionDescription | SDT&RL, BhubaneswarState lab |
| Paracetamol Tablets 300mg | CTQ-227Mfg 2024-12 · Exp 2027-05 | Coastal Medicare Pvt. Ltd. RS No. 9/2 | DissolutionDissolution | RDTL, Bellary, KarnatakaState lab |
| Paracetamol IP 650 mg Tablet | T-25111Mfg 2025-08 · Exp 2027-07 | Vital Formulations Limited | DissolutionDissolution | FDL, VadodaraState lab |
| Paracetamol & Caffeine Tablets IP | HRA25001Mfg 2025-04 · Exp 2027-03 | Danish Healthcare (P) Ltd. 76/26-2B | Assay and DissolutionAssay | RDTL, Bellary, KarnatakaState lab |
| Pantoprazole sodium (EC) & Domperidone (SR) Capsules | MT-25025Mfg 2025-03 · Exp 2027-02 | Shri sai Pharmatech Pvt. Ltd.20Himachal Pradesh | Assay of Domperidone IP- less than prescribed limit.Assay | SDTL, UttarakhandState lab |
| Pantoprazole & Domperidone Tablet | BCV4001DZMfg 2024-07 · Exp 2026-06 | VPAM Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. Plot No. 16&17Himachal Pradesh | Test for Disintegration OnlyDisintegration | RDTL, Bellary, KarnatakaState lab |
| Oxytocin Injection IP 5 IU/ml | I-7881Mfg 2025-11 · Exp 2027-10 | Jackson Laboratories Pvt. LtdPunjab | The sample does not conform to the IP as it does not contain Oxytocin (Synthetic) Nil.Other | DTL, JaipurState lab |
| Oxytetracycline HCL, Injection I.P (Vet) | FK-797Mfg 2025-12 · Exp 2027-11 | Coax Bioremedies Pvt.Ltd.83Delhi | BETOther | King Institute of Preventive Medicine & Research, Guindy, Chennai-32State lab |
| Oral Rehydration Salts IP | 4042Mfg 2026-03 · Exp 2028-02 | Super Fomulations Pvt. Ltd. 16-B | Average Net Contents per sachet found to be 20.179gm. Per sachet against claim of 20.5gm per sachet.Other | SDTL, PunjabState lab |
| Oral Rehydration Salts IP | 4025Mfg 2026-03 · Exp 2028-02 | Super Fomulations Pvt. Ltd. 16-B | Average Net Contents per sachet found to be 20.0675gm against claim of 20.5gm per sachet.Other | SDTL, PunjabState lab |
| Ondansetron Tablets IP | ONST-1006Mfg 2026-07 · Exp 2027-06 | Wings Biotech LLPHimachal Pradesh | The sample does not conform to claim as per IP 2022 and Addendum 2024 in respect to the test of Dissolution.Dissolution | RDTL, ChandigarhCDSCO lab |
| Ondansetron Injection IP-2ml M-SET | A25BI018CMfg 2025-11 · Exp 2027-10 | Nixi Laboratories Pvt. LtdHimachal Pradesh | AssayAssay | King Institute of Preventive Medicine & Research, Guindy, Chennai-32State lab |
| Ondansetron Injection IP-2mg/ml | TON-102Mfg 2025-11 · Exp 2027-10 | Marc Laboratories Ltd.(Unit III) Plot No.107&112Himachal Pradesh | pHpH | King Institute of Preventive Medicine & Research, Guindy, Chennai-32State lab |
| Omeprazole Capsules IP | B251266Mfg 2025-08 · Exp 2027-07 | Bochem Healthcare Pvt. Ltd | Dissolution (Acid Satge)Dissolution | FDL, VadodaraState lab |
| Ofloxacin and Ornidazole Tablets | WT-957Mfg 2025-02 · Exp 2028-01 | Wilcure Remedies Pvt. Ltd.PH No. 10Madhya Pradesh | The sample received does not conforms to I.P. 2022 with respect to the test for Related substancesRelated substances | CDTL, MumbaiCDSCO lab |
| Ofloxacin & Ornidazole Oral Suspension | SLG25277,Mfg 2025-09 · Exp 2027-08 | Safecon Lifesciences Pvt. Ltd | The sample does not conform to the claim with respect to Assay of Ofloxacin and Ornidazole.Assay | DTL JaipurState lab |
| Ofloxacin & Metronidazole Suspension | CF610Mfg 2025-11 · Exp 2027-10 | Biva HealthcareGujarat | The sample does not conform to claim with respect to the test of Identification and Assay of Metronidazole and OfloxacinAssay | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Norfloxacin Tablets IP 400 mg | RT-250413Mfg 2025-04 · Exp 2027-03 | Relief Biotech Pvt.LtdDelhi | ContentOther | DTL, Madurai-19State lab |
| Nimesulide & Paracetamol Tablets. | IPL24832Mfg 2024-10 · Exp 2027-09 | IBN HerbalsHimachal Pradesh | Disintegration test : does not comply with IP.Disintegration | SDTL, UttarakhandState lab |
| Nimesulide & Paracetamol Tablet | T-25066Mfg 2025-11 · Exp 2027-10 | Soft Medicaps LtdMadhya Pradesh | The sample does not conforms to the claim with respect to Assay of Nimesulide and Paracetamol.Assay | DTL JaipurState lab |
| Montelukast & Levocetrizine Hydrochloride Syrup | CRL2407068BMfg 2024-07 · Exp 2026-06 | Casca Remedies Pvt. LtdHaryana | Content of Levocetrizine Hydrochlroride & MontelukastOther | SDT&RL, BhubaneswarState lab |
| Metoprolol Succinate Prolonged-release Tablets IP | MER2135DMfg 2025-07 · Exp 2027-06 | Pulse Pharmaceutical Pvt. Ltd. Khasra No. 400m407Uttarakhand | DescriptionDescription | RDTL, Bellary, KarnatakaState lab |
| Metformin Hydrochloride & Glimepiride Tablets (GLIMAFF-2 Tablets | GVGT1138Mfg 2025-10 · Exp 2027-09 | Voizmed Pharma Pvt. Ltd. Plot No. 133Himachal Pradesh | AssayAssay | RDTL, Bellary, KarnatakaState lab |
| Metformin HCl I.P. (as Prolonged Release Form & Glimepiride I.P | TPT26008Mfg 2026-01 · Exp 2027-12 | Taj Pharma India LtdGujarat | Assay of Glimepiride IP- less than Prescribed limitAssay | SDTL, UttarakhandState lab |
| Metformin Hydrochloride Prolonged Release Tablets IP 500mg | TB-167Mfg 2026-03 · Exp 2028-02 | Carewell Steuart Pharma Pvt.Ltd. Plot no. G-24 | DescriptionDescription | DTL, Chennai-06State lab |
| Mefenamic acid and Paracetamol Tablets | T 3209Mfg 2024-05 · Exp 2027-04 | Jersy Pharma 152-B | AssayAssay | RDTL, Bellary, KarnatakaState lab |
| Lorazepam Tablets I.P. 2 mg | T240628Mfg 2024-06 · Exp 2027-05 | Micron Pharmaceuticals | Dissolution.Dissolution | RDTL ErnakulamState lab |
| Lipstick | C-1005Mfg ? · Exp ? | Kiss Love Cosmetics DelhiDelhi | MisbrandadMisbranded | SDTL, ChhattisgarhState lab |
| Levocetrizine Dihydrochloride Tablets IP) | LEE-2501Mfg 2025-06 · Exp 2027-05 | Apple Formulations Pvt. LtdUttarakhand | The sample does not conform to standard in respect of the test for Description performed.Description | SDTL,Govt. of Tripura, AgartalaState lab |
| Levocetirizine Tablets IP | PGT25-2392GMfg 2025-09 · Exp 2027-08 | Plena RemediesHimachal Pradesh | The sample does not conforms to the IP with respect to Assay of Levocetirizine Hydrochloride.Assay | DTL JaipurState lab |
| Levocetirizine Hydrochloride & Montelukast Syrup | JLH2523Mfg 2025-08 · Exp 2027-07 | Janveda Healthceuticals Pvt. LtdGujarat | Content of Levocetirizine Hydrochloride & MontelukastOther | FDL, VadodaraState lab |
| Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride Syrup | 1C0149Mfg 2026-03 · Exp 2028-02 | Deep PharmaGujarat | The sample does not conform to Manufacturers specification with respect to the test of Microbial contamination (Total aerobic viable count).Microbial limits | CDTL, MumbaiCDSCO lab |
| Lamotrigine Dispersible Tablets IP 25 mg | L-160006Mfg 2025-08 · Exp 2027-07 | Centurion Laboratories Pvt. LtdGujarat | DissolutionDissolution | FDL, VadodaraState lab |
| Lactulose Solution U.S.P. | HL154Mfg 2025-12 · Exp 2027-11 | Azine Healthcare Pvt. LtdGujarat | The sample does not conforms to IP addendum-2024 with respect to the tests for Related Substances.Related substances | CDTL, MumbaiCDSCO lab |
| Ketoconazole & Cetrimide Soap | CX-041Mfg 2025-11 · Exp 2027-10 | SMB Healthcare | ContentOther | DTL, Chennai-06State lab |
| Itraconazole Capsules BP 65 mg. | HC-2507123Mfg 2025-07 · Exp 2027-06 | Helax Health Care Private LimitedUttarakhand | The sample does not conform to claim as per B.P. with respect to the test for "Assay" and "Dissolution" of ItraconazoleAssay | RDTL, GuwahatiCDSCO lab |
| Itraconazole Capsule | BBC25I02AMfg 2025-12 · Exp 2027-11 | Bayberry Pharmaceuticals Pvt. LtdHimachal Pradesh | MisbrandadMisbranded | SDTL, ChhattisgarhState lab |
| Iron Sucrose Injection USP | MFS-124Mfg 2025-11 · Exp 2027-10 | Marc Laboratories Ltd. Unit-IIIHimachal Pradesh | The sample does not conform to U.S.P with respect to test for pH and AlkalinitypH | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Iron Sucrose Injection USP | MFS-122Mfg 2025-11 · Exp 2027-10 | Marc Laboratories Ltd. Unit-IIIHimachal Pradesh | The sample does not conform to U.S.P with respect to test for 'pH' and 'Alkalinity'pH | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| INFUSION SET | IV2512068Mfg 2025-12 · Exp 2030-11 | Primesurge InternationalGujarat | The sample does not comply as per I.P. 2022 with respect to the test for Sterility.Sterility | RDTL, GuwahatiCDSCO lab |
| Heparin Sodium Injection IP 5000 IU/ml | HSV22406Mfg 2024-11 · Exp 2026-10 | Nandani Medical Laboratories Pvt. LtdMadhya Pradesh | The sample does not conform to I.P. with respect to the Assay of Heparin (Anti-factor IIa activity)Assay | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Heparin Sodium Injection IP 5000 IU/ml | BSV22501Mfg 2025-02 · Exp 2027-01 | Nandani Medical Laboratories Pvt. LtdMadhya Pradesh | The sample does not conform to I.P. with respect to Assay of Heparin (Anti-factor IIa activity)Assay | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Gliclazide & Metformin hydrochloride sustained release tablets | 475TGC002Mfg 2026-01 · Exp 2027-12 | Swiss Garnier Life SciencesHimachal Pradesh | ContentOther | DTL, Madurai-19State lab |
| Gauze Bandage | 2Mfg 2025-11 · Exp 2028-11 | VS HealthcareDelhi | The sample does not conform to with respect to description, mass in gm/sq.m, absorbency, scouring loss and freedom from optical whitener.Description | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Gabapentin Tablets IP 300 mg | TSF-DO897Mfg 2025-05 · Exp 2027-04 | Spen Formulations Pvt.Ltd. Plot No 123.Industrail Area | The sample does not conform to IP 2022 requirements w.r.t Dissolution TestDissolution | DTL,Dalgate Srinagar kashmirState lab |
| Folic Acid Tablets IP. 0.4 mg | FO1TE033Mfg 2024-10 · Exp 2027-09 | Unicure India LimitedUttarakhand | DescriptiveOther | RDTL ErnakulamState lab |
| Folic Acid Tablets IP. 0.4 mg | FO1TE048Mfg 2024-10 · Exp 2027-09 | Unicure India LimitedUttarakhand | Description, Dissolution and AssayAssay | DTL ThrissurState lab |
| Ferric Carboxymaltose Injection 50 mg/ml | RC25001Mfg 2025-09 · Exp 2027-08 | Maan Pharmaceuticals LtdGujarat | The sample does not conform to Manufacturer's specification with respect to test for Bacterial endotoxinsBacterial endotoxins | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Esomeprazole | VGT230127Mfg 2023-06 · Exp 2026-05 | Vapi Care Pharma Pvt. LtdGujarat | Dissolution test under buffer stageDissolution | SDT&RL, BhubaneswarState lab |
| Drotaverine HCL Suspension | L-25244Mfg 2025-10 · Exp 2027-09 | Daffohils Laboratories Pvt.LtdUttarakhand | ContentOther | DTL, Chennai-06State lab |
| Diclofenac Sodium Tablets IP 50mg | DG 5031Mfg 2025-02 · Exp 2027-01 | Kerala State Drugs and Pharmaceuticals LtdKerala | Dissolution.Dissolution | DTL ThiruvananthapuramState lab |
| Diclofenac Sodium Injection | PGY25252Mfg 2025-04 · Exp 2027-03 | Affy Parenterals Vill Gulerwa;laHimachal Pradesh | The sample does not conform to IP 2022 requirements w.r.t pHpH | DTL,Dalgate Srinagar kashmirState lab |
| Diclofenac Diethylamine linseed oil, Methyl Slaicylate & Menthol Gel | R G 5Mfg 2025-04 · Exp 2027-03 | Pilco Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. Plot No. 28 Sector-3 I.I.E Pantnagar Sidcul | AssayAssay | RDTL, Bellary, KarnatakaState lab |
| Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide,Ambroxol Hydrochloride,Chlorpheniramine Maleate , Phenylephrine Hydrochloride & Menthol Syrup | CLRA4004Mfg 2024-12 · Exp 2026-11 | Crest Lifesciences Pvt. LtdHimachal Pradesh | The sample does not conform to claim with respect to Assay of Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, Ambroxol Hydrochloride and MentholAssay | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Cetirizine Dihydrochloride, Ambroxol Hydrochloride & Methol Syrup | DLS5271Mfg 2025-08 · Exp 2027-07 | Dhwanilife care Pvt. LtdGujarat | Ambroxol Hydrochloride contentOther | FDL, VadodaraState lab |
| Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide Chlorpheniramine Maleate Bromohexine Hydrobromide Syrup | AR651Mfg 2026-01 · Exp 2027-12 | Biva Biotech | The sample does not conform to claim as per Schedule V, Drugs & Cosmetics Rules 1945 with respect to Assay of Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, and Chlorpheniramine Maleate.Assay | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Dextromethorphan HBr, Phenylephrine HCl & Chlorpheniramine Maleate Softgel Capsules). | BSG251314CMfg 2025-09 · Exp 2027-08 | Bionexy PharmaHimachal Pradesh | Assay of Dextromethorphan HBr IP- Less than prescribed Limit.Assay | SDTL, UttarakhandState lab |
| Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Injection IP 10 ml | V250909Mfg 2025-09 · Exp 2027-08 | Oscar Remedies Pvt. Ltd | The sample does not conform to the IP with respect to Assay of Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate eq. to Dexamethasone Phosphate.Assay | DTL JaipurState lab |
| Dexamethasone Injection IP 8 mg/ 2 ml | AGDX23Mfg 2025-10 · Exp 2027-03 | Agron Remedies Pvt. LtdUttarakhand | The sample does not conforms to the IP with respect to Assay of Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate eq. to Dexamethasone Phosphate.Assay | DTL JaipurState lab |
| Cotton Bandage (Non Sterile) | 943Mfg 2025-05 · Exp 2027-04 | Sapna Bunkar Hath Kargha Sahkari Samiti Ltd.B-12(D)Rajasthan | The sample does not conform to claim as per Schedule F-(II) with respect to test for Threads per dm, Weight In Gm/sq.m, Length and FluorescenceWeight | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Compound Sodium Lactate Injection IP 500ml RL | TG5225015Mfg 2025-07 · Exp 2028-06 | Kamla Amrut Pharmaceuticals LLPGujarat | BETOther | King Institute of Preventive Medicine & Research, Guindy, Chennai-32State lab |
| Co-trimoxazole Tablets IP 960 mg | OMT25087Mfg 2025-06 · Exp 2027-05 | Omish Laboratories Pvt. LtdGujarat | The sample does not comply as per I.P. 2022 with respect to the test for "Dissolution" of Sulphamethoxazole.Dissolution | RDTL, GuwahatiCDSCO lab |
| Clopidogrel and Aspirin Capsules | ND260242Mfg 2026-01 · Exp 2027-12 | Nanoceut Therapeutics Pvt. LtdPuducherry | Free Salicylic acidOther | DTL, Chennai-06State lab |
| Clopidogrel Tablets IP | BCGT25020Mfg 2025-06 · Exp 2027-05 | Bactolac Formulations Pvt. LtdTelangana | Content & DissolutionDissolution | DTL, Chennai-06State lab |
| Cholecalciferol Chewable Tablets 60,000 IU | T-5224Mfg 2026-01 · Exp 2027-12 | Pharma Synth Formulations LtdUttarakhand | The sample does not conform to claim as per Patent and Proprietary in respect to the Assay of Cholecalciferol.Assay | RDTL, ChandigarhCDSCO lab |
| Chlorpheniramine Maleate Tablets IP 4mg | T241254Mfg 2024-12 · Exp 2026-11 | Medisky Pharmacetuicals Pvt. Ltd. Plot No. 260Gujarat | 100 Intact blister strips of 10 tablets each were received for analysis out fo these 100 tabetws 314 tablets found berittle and can not be removed intact formt he blister streip reamining 686 tablets can be remove from the strips in intact condition.Other | FDAL, MumbaiState lab |
| Ceftriaxone Injection I.P. | 18251528AMfg 2025-04 · Exp 2027-03 | Macleods Pharmaceuticals LtdSikkim | The sample does not conform to I.P with respect to the tests of Appearance of solution, Clarity of Solution and Particulate MatterParticulate matter | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Cefpodoxime Proxetil Tablets IP 200mg | 25A-BT041Mfg 2025-04 · Exp 2027-03 | Orison InternationalHimachal Pradesh | The sample does not conforms to the claim with respect to Assay of Cefpodoxime and Dissolution.Assay | DTL JaipurState lab |
| Cefpodoxime Proxetil Tablets IP | VT241139Mfg 2024-08 · Exp 2026-07 | VADSP PharmaceuticalsHimachal Pradesh | The sample does not conform to the I.P. with respect to Assay of Cefpodoxime Proxetil eq. to Cefpodoxime.Assay | DTL JodhpurState lab |
| Cefixime Dispersible Tablets IP 200 mg | AB24069Mfg 2024-11 · Exp 2026-10 | Skymap Pharmaceuticals Pvt. LtdUttarakhand | MisbrandedMisbranded | SDTL, UttarakhandState lab |
| Cefipodoxime Tablets IP 200mg | TCS25-0238AMfg 2025-08 · Exp 2027-07 | Athens Life SciencesHimachal Pradesh | DissolutionDissolution | RDTL, Bellary, KarnatakaState lab |
| Calcium Carbonate, Vitamin D3, Methylcobalamin, L Methylfolate Calcium And Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate | ST25-2587Mfg 2025-08 · Exp 2027-07 | Salud Care (India) LtdUttarakhand | The sample does not conform to Manufacturer Specification with respect to 'Assay of 'L-Methylfolate Calcium equiv. to L-Methylfolate'.Assay | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Bisacodyl Gastro Resistant Tablets IP | 2518853T001Mfg 2025-01 · Exp 2027-12 | Scott-Edil Pharmacia LtdHimachal Pradesh | The sample does not conform to IP 2022 requirements w.r.t Dissolution TestDissolution | DTL,Dalgate Srinagar kashmirState lab |
| Bethanechol Chloride Tablets USP 25mg | T251976Mfg 2025-10 · Exp 2027-09 | Ikon Pharmachem Pvt. LtdUttarakhand | The sample does not conform to the USP with respect to Assay.Assay | DTL JaipurState lab |
| Benfotiamine Methylcobalamin Alpha Lipoic Acid Folic Acid Chromium Picolinate Myo Inositol & Pyridoxine Hydrochloride Tablets | 29AW27Mfg 2025-01 · Exp 2026-06 | Sarv Pharmaceuticals Plot No. 28Uttarakhand | DisintegrationDisintegration | RDTL, Bellary, KarnatakaState lab |
| Atorvastatin Tablets IP 10mg | AUVT1304Mfg 2025-07 · Exp 2027-06 | Unicure India LtdUttar Pradesh | Does not conform to IP Standards with respect to the Dissolution TestDissolution | Government Analyst, Food & Drugs Admn. Bambolim, GoaState lab |
| Atorvastatin Tablets IP 10mg | RT - 250622Mfg 2025-06 · Exp 2027-05 | Relief Biotech Pvt.LtdDelhi | DissolutionDissolution | DTL, Chennai-06State lab |
| Atorvastatin Tablets IP 10mg | ND251642Mfg 2025-10 · Exp 2027-09 | Nanoceut Therapeutics Pvt. LtdPuducherry | ContentOther | DTL, Madurai-19State lab |
| Aspirin Gastro-resistant and Atorvastatin Capsules IP (75mg/10mg) | AAC5053Mfg 2025-07 · Exp 2027-06 | Vivimed Labs LimitedTelangana | The sample does not conforms to I.P.2022 with respect to the Test for Related substances for Aspirin and Atorvastatin.Related substances | CDTL, MumbaiCDSCO lab |
| Aspirin Gastro-resistant Tablets IP 75 mg | ANET1273Mfg 2024-10 · Exp 2026-09 | Unicure India LimitedUttar Pradesh | Dissolution, Salicylic Acid and Assay as per IPAssay | DTL KonniState lab |
| Aspirin Gastro-resistant Tablets IP 75 mg | ANET1283Mfg 2024-10 · Exp 2026-09 | Unicure India LtdUttar Pradesh | Dissolution, Salicylic Acid and AssayAssay | DTL ThrissurState lab |
| Ampicillin & Cloxacillin Capsules, Mediclox- Plus (as per Front Side of The sample strips), Betamox Plus (as per back side of The sample strips) and Amoxycillin, Cloxacillin & Lactic Acid Bacillus Capsules (As per Form 18) | PBEAL001Mfg 2025-02 · Exp 2027-01 | Laborate Pharmaceuticals India LtdHimachal Pradesh | The sample does not conform to claim with respect to Identification and Assay of Ampicillin. The sample is found to contain 246.8 mg Amoxycillin per capsule however, there is no label claim for Amoxycillin in The sample. The sample is deemed to be misbranded drug vide Section 17 of Drugs and Cosmetics Act 1940 and Rule thereunder.Assay | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Amoxycillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets IP) | 25443747Mfg 2025-09 · Exp 2027-02 | Alkem Health ScienceSikkim | The sample does not conform to standard in respect of the test for Assay & Dissolution of Amoxycillin.Assay | SDTL,Govt. of Tripura, AgartalaState lab |
| Amoxycillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets IP | TB250485KMfg 2025-08 · Exp 2027-01 | Polestar Power Industries (Pharma Divison) Village-Damuwala. Haripur RoadHimachal Pradesh | The sample does not conform specification with respect to content of Amoxycillin and Clavunate Acid A,pxuco;;om 52.27% , Cavulanic Acid 19.24% of claim)Other | BDCL, PatnaState lab |
| Amoxycillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets IP | 9187Mfg 2025-09 · Exp 2027-08 | Apex FormulationHimachal Pradesh | The sample does not conform specification with respect Identification and content of Amoxycillin and Claclanic acid This sample is deemed to be SpuriousIdentification | BDCL, PatnaState lab |
| Amoxycillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets IP | 25443966Mfg 2025-10 · Exp 2027-03 | Alkem Health ScienceSikkim | The sample does not conform to standard quality in respect of the test for Dissolution of Amoxycillin and Assay for Clavulanic Acid performed.Assay | SDTL,Govt. of Tripura, AgartalaState lab |
| Amoxycillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets IP | 25444364Mfg 2025-11 · Exp 2027-04 | Alkem Health ScienceSikkim | The sample does not conform to standard quality in respect of the test for Dissolution of Amoxycillin and Assay for Clavulanic Acid performed.Assay | SDTL,Govt. of Tripura, AgartalaState lab |
| Amoxycillin and Potassium Clavulanate & Lactic Acid Bacillus Tablets | JMT-2511010Mfg 2025-11 · Exp 2027-04 | JMM Formulation Pvt. LtdHimachal Pradesh | The sample does not conform to claim with respect to Assay of Lactic Acid BacillusAssay | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Amoxycillin And Potassium Clavulanate Tablets IP | 125D155Mfg 2025-08 · Exp 2027-01 | Medreich Ltd. 12th MileKarnataka | The sample does not conform to standard quality in respect of the test for Dissolution of Amoxycillin and Assay for Clavulanic Acid performed.Assay | SDTL,Govt. of Tripura, AgartalaState lab |
| Amoxycillin And Potassium Clavulanate Tablets IP | BYC0095Mfg 2025-11 · Exp 2027-10 | Sun Pharmaceuticals Ind. LtdUttarakhand | The sample does not conform to standard in respect of the test for Dissolution of Amoxycillin performed.Dissolution | SDTL,Govt. of Tripura, AgartalaState lab |
| Amlodipine Tablets IP 5mg | GAB36Mfg 2025-11 · Exp 2027-10 | Super Formulations Pvt Ltd | The sample received does not conform to I.P. 2022 with respect to the test for Related substances other test could not be done due to technical reason.Related substances | CDTL, MumbaiCDSCO lab |
| Amlodipine Besylate Tablets IP | AML-2506Mfg 2025-12 · Exp 2027-11 | Apple Formulations Pvt. Ltd. Plot No.208Uttarakhand | The sample received does not conform to I.P. 2022 with respect to the test for Related substances. other test could not be done due to technical reason.Related substances | CDTL, MumbaiCDSCO lab |
| Ambroxol, Terbutaline Guaiphenesin with Menthol Syrup | AL24-0611AMfg 2024-12 · Exp 2026-11 | ASPO PHARMACEUTICALS LLPHimachal Pradesh | The sample does not conform to Manufacturer's Specification with respect to Assay of Ambroxol Hydrochloride, Guaiphenesin, and Terbutaline SulphateAssay | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Ambroxol Hydrochloride, Levosalbutamol Sulphate & Guaiphenesin Syrup | AGL1143Mfg 2026-03 · Exp 2027-02 | Revive Formulation India Pvt. Ltd. R.S.No.#76/3Tamil Nadu | ContentOther | DTL, Chennai-06State lab |
| Albendazole Tablets I.P. 400 mg | AT25/120Mfg 2025-05 · Exp 2027-04 | Accuwell Medics Private LimitedGujarat | The sample does not comply as per I.P. 2022 with respect to the test for "Dissolution" of Albendazole.Dissolution | RDTL, GuwahatiCDSCO lab |
| Acetyl Salicylic Acid Tablets IP 75 mg | PFTC-23Mfg 2025-05 · Exp 2027-04 | Nestor Pharmaceuticals LtdHaryana | Dissolution and AssayAssay | SDTL, Andhra Pradesh, VijayawadaState lab |
| Aceclofenac, Paracetamol, Phenylephrine Hcl Cetirizine Hcl & Caffeine | GT-25294AMfg 2025-08 · Exp 2028-07 | Not Applicable | MisbrandadMisbranded | SDTL, ChhattisgarhState lab |
| Aceclofenac, Paracetamol Tablets | ACPUT-004Mfg 2025-07 · Exp 2028-06 | Laborate Pharmaceuticals India LtdHimachal Pradesh | MisbrandadMisbranded | SDTL, ChhattisgarhState lab |
| Aceclofenac and Thiocolchicoside Tablets | VT251855Mfg 2025-11 · Exp 2027-10 | VADSP PharmaceuticalsHimachal Pradesh | The sample does not conform to IP 2022 requirements w.r.t Assay of ThiocolchicosideAssay | DTL,Dalgate Srinagar kashmirState lab |
| Aceclofenac (SR) & Rabeprazole Sodium (EC) Capsules | YC337AMfg 2025-07 · Exp 2027-06 | Saphnix Life SciencesHimachal Pradesh | The sample does not conform to Manufacturer's Specification with respect to the test of Dissolution of Rabeprazole Sodium in buffer stageDissolution | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Aceclofenac & Paracetamol Tablets | LV25DT-066BMfg 2025-04 · Exp 2027-03 | L.V. Life SciencesHimachal Pradesh | MisbrandadMisbranded | SDTL, ChhattisgarhState lab |
| Aceclofenac & Paracetamol Tablets | SAI-25029Mfg 2025-01 · Exp 2026-12 | Anon Pharmaceutical | MisbrandadMisbranded | SDTL, ChhattisgarhState lab |
| Aceclofenac & Paracetamol Tablets | MT-250777Mfg 2025-05 · Exp 2027-04 | Matins Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. Plot No 10Uttarakhand | MisbrandadMisbranded | SDTL, ChhattisgarhState lab |
| Aceclofenac & Paracetamol Tablets | APT-2509Mfg 2025-08 · Exp 2027-07 | APT Formulations Pvt Ltd | Dissolution and Assay of AceclofenacAssay | RDTL Kurnool, Andhra PradeshState lab |
| Absorbent Gauze IS 758 | 177Mfg 2025-04 · Exp 2028-03 | Sri Vishnuram Company 759/15Tamil Nadu | Sample does not meets Length, Width, and weight in gm / sq met as per IS 758.Weight | State Lab, DCL, TelanganaState lab |
| Absorbent Cotton Wool IP | COT100-08-2K25-11Mfg 2025-11 · Exp 2028-10 | Selemp Pharma EnterprisesAndhra Pradesh | The sample does not conform to I.P. with respect to fluorescence and water soluble substancesWater content | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Absorbent Cotton Wool I.P. | C-111Mfg 2025-04 · Exp 2027-03 | Vinayak Manutrade (P) LtdRajasthan | The sample does not conform to IP with respect to test for 'Water soluble substancesWater content | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
| Absorbent Cotton Wool I.P. | C-115Mfg 2025-05 · Exp 2027-04 | Vinayak Manutrade (P) LtdRajasthan | The sample does not conform to IP with respect to test for Water soluble substances and Sulphated ashWater content | CDL, KolkataCDSCO lab |
Suspected spurious batches in this alert
| Product | Batch | Labelled manufacturer | Reported by | Firm's reply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cefixime Dispersible Tablets IP | TC2439 | Blue Cross Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.,A-12, MIDC, Nashik - 422010,Maharashtra | CDL, Kolkata | The actual manufacturer (as per label claim) has informed that the impugned batch of the product has not been manufactured by them and that it is a spurious drug. |
| Amoxycillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets IP | 825D167 | Medreich Limited,Survey No. 14 & 15, Vision Gundarahalli Village, Sulibele Hobli, Hoskote Taluk, Bangaluru Rural District - 562 114 | CDL, Kolkata | The actual manufacturer (as per label claim) has informed that the impugned batch of the product has not been manufactured by them and that it is a spurious drug. |
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- 20 Sep 2026: table generated from the CDSCO NSQ portal export (162 rows). Revised CDSCO lists are diffed on each monthly rebuild.