FDAClass IIFebruary 27, 2019

Losartan Potassium Tablets recall: Impurity Out of Spec

LOSARTAN POTASSIUM TABLETS, USP, 100 mg, a) 30-count (NDC: 13668-115-30), b) 90-count (NDC: 13668-115-90), c) 1000-count (NDC: 13668-115-10) per…

Why was Losartan Potassium Tablets recalled?

CGMP Deviations: FDA lab confirmed presence an impurity, N-nitrosodimethylamine (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?

Count, lots, expiry: [30-count bottle] Lot BO31C016, exp 04/2019; [90-count bottle] Lot BO31C016, exp 04/2019; [1000-count bottle] Lots 4DK3C004, 4DK3C005, exp 04/2019; Lots 4DU3C040, exp 10/2019; Lots 4DU3E049, 4DU3E050, exp 05/2021

Product
LOSARTAN POTASSIUM TABLETS, USP, 100 mg, a) 30-count (NDC: 13668-115-30), b) 90-count (NDC: 13668-115-90), c) 1000-count (NDC: 13668-115-10) per…
Recalling firm
Torrent Pharma Inc.
Quantity
83,016 bottles
Distribution
Nationwide USA and Puerto Rico
Recall date
February 27, 2019
Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (drug)
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