US Drug Recall Register
Class II · Moderate risk Terminated Initiated Jul 7, 2020 (6 years ago)

Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets USP 500 mg, 60 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 the acceptable intake level

What was recalled

Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets USP 500 mg, 60 count bottles, Rx only, Manufactured for: Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Manufactured by: Lupin Limited, Goa INDIA NDC 68180-336-07

Recalling firm
Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc.
NDC code
68180-336-07
Origin
MD, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-1384-2020

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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