US Drug Recall Register
Class III · Low risk Terminated Initiated Aug 21, 2014 (12 years ago)

Candesartan Cilexetil and Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets 32 mg/12.5 mg, 90 count bottles, Rx…

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

Why it was recalled

Failed Impurity/Degradation Specification; high out of specification for CAD II degradant

What was recalled

Candesartan Cilexetil and Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets 32 mg/12.5 mg, 90 count bottles, Rx only, Manufactured by: Apotex Research Pvt. Ltd. Bangalore - 560 099, India NDC 60505-3759-9

Recalling firm
Apotex Corp.
NDC code
60505-3759-9
Origin
FL, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-1570-2014

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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