US Drug Recall Register
Class II · Moderate risk Terminated Initiated Jun 12, 2020 (6 years ago)

Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, USP, 500 mg, 100 Tablets (10 x 10) unit…

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

Why it was recalled

CGMP Deviation: Potential presence of Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) Impurity above the established levels.

What was recalled

Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, USP, 500 mg, 100 Tablets (10 x 10) unit dose cartons, Rx only, Manufactured by: Apotex, Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Manufactured for: Apotex Corp. Weston, FL, Distributed by: Major Pharmaceuticals, Livonia, MI 48152 NDC 00904-5794-61

Recalling firm
The Harvard Drug Group
NDC code
00904-5794-61
Origin
MI, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-1360-2020

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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