FDAClass IIMay 19, 2021

Metformin HCl Extended-Release Tablets recall

Metformin HCl Extended-Release Tablets, USP, 500 mg, packaged in 500-count bottles, Rx only, Distributed by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc. Cranbury, NJ 08512, Manufactured by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Halol-Baroda Highway, Halol-389 350, Gujarat, India, NDC 62756-142-02.

Why was Metformin HCl Extended-Release Tablets recalled?

Presence of foreign substance: identified as activated carbon.

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?

Lots #: JKX2749A, JKX2803A, JKX2804A, JKX2805A, JKX806A, JKX2945A,JKX2946A, JXK2947A, JKX2948A, JKX2952A, JKX2953A, JKX2954A & JKX3224A, Exp 6/2032; JKX3211A, JKX3212A, Exp 7/2023.

Product
Metformin HCl Extended-Release Tablets, USP, 500 mg, packaged in 500-count bottles, Rx only, Distributed by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc. Cranbury, NJ 08512, Manufactured by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Halol-Baroda Highway, Halol-389 350, Gujarat, India, NDC 62756-142-02.
Recalling firm
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC
Quantity
50868 bottles
Distribution
USA Nationwide
Recall date
May 19, 2021
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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