FDAClass IIMay 8, 2019

Losartan Potassium/HCTZ recall: Impurity Out of Spec

Losartan Potassium/HCTZ, 100 mg/12.5 mg Tablet, 90-Count bottle, Manufactured by Torrent Pharmaceuticals, Distributed by RemedyRepack, Inc. Indiana, PA, 15701-3570, NDC 70518-1560-00.

Why was Losartan Potassium/HCTZ recalled?

CGMP Deviations: FDA lab confirmed presence of an impurity, N-Methylnitrosobutyric acid (NMBA) in the finished product above the interim acceptable daily intake level of 0.96 parts per million.

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 #: B0517068-101618, Exp. Date: 10/2019

Product
Losartan Potassium/HCTZ, 100 mg/12.5 mg Tablet, 90-Count bottle, Manufactured by Torrent Pharmaceuticals, Distributed by RemedyRepack, Inc. Indiana, PA, 15701-3570, NDC 70518-1560-00.
Recalling firm
RemedyRepack Inc.
Quantity
44 HDPE bottles of 90 = 3,960 tablets
Distribution
Product was distributed to Florida.
Recall date
May 8, 2019
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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