US Drug Recall Register
Class II · Moderate risk Completed Initiated May 27, 2020 (6 years ago)

Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, USP 500 mg, 100 count bottles, Rx Only…

Class II — Moderate risk. May cause temporary or reversible harm; serious harm unlikely.

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, USP 500 mg, 100 count bottles, Rx Only Manufactured by: Apotex, Inc. Toronto, Ontario Canada M9L 1T9 Manufactured for: Apotex Corp. Weston, Florida 33326 NDC 60505-0260-1

Recalling firm
Apotex Inc.
NDC code
60505-0260-1
Origin
Canada
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-1303-2020

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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