FDAClass IIFebruary 2, 2022

Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets recall: Nitrosamine Impurity

Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, USP 750 mg, 100 count HDPE bottles NDC# 72578-036-01

Why was Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets recalled?

CGMP Deviations- Detection of N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) levels in excess of the Acceptable Daily Intake Limit.

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?

M008130 06/2022, M008131 06/2022, M008132 06/2022, M008133 06/2022, M010080 07/2022, M010081 07/2022, M011029 08/2022, M011030 08/2022, M011031 08/2022, M011032 08/2022, M011304 08/2022, M013394 09/2022, M013395 09/2022, M013396 09/2022, M013966 09/2022, M013967 09/2022, M100831 12/2022, M100832 12/2022, M100833 01/2023, M100834 01/2023, M101267 01/2023, M102718 01/2023, M102719 01/2023

Product
Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, USP 750 mg, 100 count HDPE bottles NDC# 72578-036-01
Recalling firm
VIONA PHARMACEUTICALS INC
Quantity
23,8416/100 count bottles
Distribution
Product was distributed to 17 wholesalers who further distributed the product to 85 locations.
Recall date
February 2, 2022
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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