US Drug Recall Register
Class III · Low risk Terminated Initiated Mar 24, 2016 (10 years ago)

Simvastatin Tablets, USP 5 mg Rx only, a) 90 count (NDC 24658-0300-90) and b) 1000 count…

Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.

Why it was recalled

Subpotent Drug

What was recalled

Simvastatin Tablets, USP 5 mg Rx only, a) 90 count (NDC 24658-0300-90) and b) 1000 count (NDC 24658-0300-10 )bottles, Manufactured by: Blu Caribe Dorado PR 00646, Manufactured for: Blu Pharmaceuticals Franklin, KY 42134

Recalling firm
Biocon Inc
NDC code
24658-0300-90
Origin
NJ, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0817-2016

What should you do? A recall doesn't always mean your specific bottle is affected - it often applies to certain lots only. Check the lot number on your package against the FDA notice, and talk to your pharmacist before stopping any medication.

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