FDAClass IIIFebruary 17, 2016

Candesartan Cilexetil Tablets recall: Impurity Out of Spec

Candesartan Cilexetil Tablets, 16 mg, a) 30 count (NDC 00781-5938-31) and b) 90 count (NDC 00781-5938-92) bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured by Mylan…

Why was Candesartan Cilexetil Tablets recalled?

Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications; 9 month stability timepoint

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?

a) 3022288 12/2015 3025988 03/2016 3025989 04/2016 3030459 08/2016 3030460 08/2016 3032087 10/2016 3032088 10/2016 3034506 12/2016 3035952 01/2017 3035953 01/2017 b) 3022287 12/2015 3025990 04/2016 3030458 08/2016 3032086 09/2016 3035954 01/2017

Product
Candesartan Cilexetil Tablets, 16 mg, a) 30 count (NDC 00781-5938-31) and b) 90 count (NDC 00781-5938-92) bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured by Mylan…
Recalling firm
Sandoz Inc
Quantity
277,267 bottles
Distribution
Nationwide
Recall date
February 17, 2016
Classification
Class III
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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