FDAClass IIOctober 3, 2018

Synjardy recall: Contamination

Synjardy (empagliflozin and metformin hydrochloride) Tablets. 5 mg/1000 mg. Rx only. 180-count bottle. Distributed by: Boehinger Ingelheim (BI) Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Ridgefield, CT 06877. Made in Germany. Marketed by: BI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Ridgefield, CT 06877 and Eli Lilly and Company Indianapolis IN 46285 NDC 0597-0175-18

Why was Synjardy recalled?

Cross Contamination With Other Products:

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?

Lot # 603968 EXP 4/2019

Product
Synjardy (empagliflozin and metformin hydrochloride) Tablets. 5 mg/1000 mg. Rx only. 180-count bottle. Distributed by: Boehinger Ingelheim (BI) Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Ridgefield, CT 06877. Made in Germany. Marketed by: BI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Ridgefield, CT 06877 and Eli Lilly and Company Indianapolis IN 46285 NDC 0597-0175-18
Recalling firm
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Quantity
998 180-count bottles
Distribution
Nationwide
Recall date
October 3, 2018
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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