FDAClass IIJuly 1, 2020

Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets recall: Nitrosamine Impurity

Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, USP 750 mg, a) 100 (NDC 62037-577-01) and b) 1000 (NDC 62037-577-10), Rx Only, Manufactured by: Watson Pharma Private Limited, Verna, Salcette Goa, Distributed by: Actavis Pharma, Inc., Parsippany, NJ

Why was Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets recalled?

CGMP Deviations: FDA analysis detected N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) impurity above the acceptable intake level

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) 1333338M, exp. date 08/2020, 1333339A, exp. date 08/2020; b) 1354471A, exp. date 02/2021

Product
Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, USP 750 mg, a) 100 (NDC 62037-577-01) and b) 1000 (NDC 62037-577-10), Rx Only, Manufactured by: Watson Pharma Private Limited, Verna, Salcette Goa, Distributed by: Actavis Pharma, Inc., Parsippany, NJ
Recalling firm
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA
Quantity
a) 15,329 bottles and b) 137 bottles
Distribution
Product was distributed throughout the United States, including Puerto Rico.
Recall date
July 1, 2020
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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