FDAClass IIJuly 22, 2020

Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets USP recall: Nitrosamine Impurity

Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets USP, 750 mg, a) 100 ct. bottle (NDC 70010-492-01) and 500 ct. bottle (NDC 70010-492-05), Manufactured…

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?

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?

a) 100 count 4920003A/May-21 4920004A/Jun-21 4920005A/Jun-21 4920009A/Nov-21 4920010A/May-22 4920011A/Jun-22 4920012A/Jun-22 4920013A/Jul-22 4920014A/Jul-22 4920015A/Aug-22 4920016A/Jan-23 b) 500 count 4920005B/Jun-21

Product
Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets USP, 750 mg, a) 100 ct. bottle (NDC 70010-492-01) and 500 ct. bottle (NDC 70010-492-05), Manufactured…
Recalling firm
Granules Pharmaceuticals Inc
Quantity
a) 476,073 bottles; b) 2,100 bottles
Distribution
US Nationwide
Recall date
July 22, 2020
Classification
Class II
Status
Ongoing
Agency
FDA (drug)
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