FDAClass IIDecember 5, 2018

Sandoz Losartan Potassium and Hydrochlorothiazide recall: Impurity Out of Spec

Sandoz Losartan Potassium and Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets, USP 100 mg/25 mg, 1000-count bottles, Rx Only, Finished Drug Product Manufactured by: Lek…

Why was Sandoz Losartan Potassium and Hydrochlorothiazide recalled?

CGMP Deviations: FDA lab confirmed presence an impurity, N-nitrosodiethylamine (NDEA) contained in the API used to manufacture the product above the interim acceptable daily intake level of 0.083 parts per million.

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?

Lot #: JB8912; Exp. 06/2020

Product
Sandoz Losartan Potassium and Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets, USP 100 mg/25 mg, 1000-count bottles, Rx Only, Finished Drug Product Manufactured by: Lek…
Recalling firm
Sandoz, Inc
Quantity
170 HDPE bottles
Distribution
OH, PR
Recall date
December 5, 2018
Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (drug)
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