FDAClass IIMarch 27, 2019

Valsartan Tablets USP 160 mg recall: Impurity Out of Spec

Valsartan Tablets USP 160 mg, 90 count bottles, Rx only, Distributed by: Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc., Dayton, NJ --- NDC 65862-572-90

Why was Valsartan Tablets USP 160 mg recalled?

GCMP Deviations: FDA analysis confirmed presence of trace amounts of an impurity, N-nitrosodiethylamine (NDEA) found in the API used to manufacture the product.

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 Numbers: 472180001A, 472180002A, 472180003A, 472180004A, exp. date Jan 2020; 472180007A, 472180008A, 472180009A, 472180010A, exp. date Mar 2020; 472180013A, 472180014A, exp. date Apr 2020

Product
Valsartan Tablets USP 160 mg, 90 count bottles, Rx only, Distributed by: Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc., Dayton, NJ --- NDC 65862-572-90
Recalling firm
Aurobindo Pharma USA Inc.
Quantity
N/A
Distribution
Product was distributed to major distribution chains throughout the United States.
Recall date
March 27, 2019
Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (drug)
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