FDAClass IIIAugust 14, 2019

Lovastatin Tablets USP recall: Impurity Out of Spec

Lovastatin Tablets USP, 40 mg, packaged in a) 100-count bottles (NDC 68001-316-00) and b)1000-count bottles (NDC 68001-316-08), Rx Only, Manufactured by: Lupin Limited, Goa 403 722 INDIA For BluePoint Laboratories.

Why was Lovastatin Tablets USP recalled?

CGMP Deviations: Finished product made with lovastatin drug substance that was out of specification for individual impurity results.

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 #: a) G702705 and b) G702706, Exp. 3/31/2020

Product
Lovastatin Tablets USP, 40 mg, packaged in a) 100-count bottles (NDC 68001-316-00) and b)1000-count bottles (NDC 68001-316-08), Rx Only, Manufactured by: Lupin Limited, Goa 403 722 INDIA For BluePoint Laboratories.
Recalling firm
American Health Packaging
Quantity
14,360 bottles
Distribution
Nationwide within the USA and Puerto Rico
Recall date
August 14, 2019
Classification
Class III
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (drug)
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