FDAClass IINovember 4, 2020

Metformin Hydrochloride Extended Release 750 mg recall: Nitrosamine Impurity

Metformin Hydrochloride Extended Release 750 mg, 30 count blister cards, Rx only, Repackaged by: RemedyRepack Inc., Indiana, PA NDC 70518-2480-00

Why was Metformin Hydrochloride Extended Release 750 mg recalled?

CGMP Deviations: detection of N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) impurity above the acceptable intake level (per manufacturer)

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

Lot Numbers: J0423350-121219 exp. date 12/31/2020 J0434828-020320 exp. date 02/28/2021 J0442511-031220 exp. date 03/31/2021 J0448429-040920 exp. date 04/30/2021 J0472499-081020, J0472532-081020 exp. date 08/31/2021

Product
Metformin Hydrochloride Extended Release 750 mg, 30 count blister cards, Rx only, Repackaged by: RemedyRepack Inc., Indiana, PA NDC 70518-2480-00
Recalling firm
RemedyRepack Inc.
Quantity
79/30 count blister cards
Distribution
Product was distributed to one customer in PA.
Recall date
November 4, 2020
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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