FDAClass IINovember 11, 2020

Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets recall: Nitrosamine Impurity

Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, USP 500 mg, a) 30 count (NDC 70934-309-30); b) 60 count (NDC 70934-309-60); c) 90 count…

Why was Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets 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?

The recall is ongoing. Follow the firm and FDA 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?

a) 30 count: N107051905, exp 10/31/2020; N107052002, N107052005, exp 9/30/2021 b) 60 count: N107051907, exp 10/31/2020; N107052001 6/30/2021; N107052010, N107052008, N107052004, exp 9/30/2021; c) 90 count: C107051908, exp 10/31/2020, C107052002, C107051909 exp 6/30/2021, C107052001, exp 12/31/2020, C107052004, N107052006, N107052007, N107052009, N107052011, N107052012 exp 9/30/2021; d) 120 count: C107051907, N107051904, N107051906 exp 10/31/2020 C107051910, exp 6/30/2021; C107052003, C107052005, N107052003 exp 9/30/2021

Product
Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, USP 500 mg, a) 30 count (NDC 70934-309-30); b) 60 count (NDC 70934-309-60); c) 90 count…
Recalling firm
Denton Pharma, Inc.
Quantity
a) 684; b) 432; c) 3668; d) 2029 bottles
Distribution
Indiana - Nationwide.
Recall date
November 11, 2020
Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (drug)
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