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Popular antidepressant recalled over high levels of a cancer-causing compound

By Big New York · 06/19/2026 · Updated 06/19/2026
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The recall involves specific lots of duloxetine delayed-release capsules distributed nationwide. Recalls occur when manufacturers and distributors remove products “that present a risk of injury or gross deception or are otherwise defective,” according to the FDA. A popular antidepressant is being recalled because they may contain high levels of a cancer-causing compound. The New-Jersey based.

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The recall involves specific lots of duloxetine delayed-release capsules distributed nationwide. Recalls occur when manufacturers and distributors remove products “that present a risk of injury or gross deception or are otherwise defective,” according to the FDA. A popular antidepressant is being recalled because they may contain high levels of a cancer-causing compound. The New-Jersey based.

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