FDAClass IIJuly 1, 2020

Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-release Tablets USP recall: Nitrosamine Impurity

Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-release Tablets USP, 500 mg, 60 count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Baltimore, MD…

Why was Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-release Tablets USP 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?

Batch # G901203, exp. date 12/2020

Product
Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-release Tablets USP, 500 mg, 60 count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured for Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Baltimore, MD…
Recalling firm
Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Quantity
6,540 bottles
Distribution
Product was distributed throughout the United States.
Recall date
July 1, 2020
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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