US Drug Recall Register
Class III · Low risk Terminated Initiated Jul 29, 2019 (7 years ago)

Simvastatin Tablets, USP 40 mg. Rx Only 1000 Count Bottles Manufactured by: Aurolife…

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

Why it was recalled

Labeling; Incorrect or Missing Lot and/or Exp Date; some bottles labeled with lot number 05318054B instead of 05318034B

What was recalled

Simvastatin Tablets, USP 40 mg. Rx Only 1000 Count Bottles Manufactured by: Aurolife Pharma LLC Dayton NJ 08810 Manufactured for: Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc. Dayton, NJ 08810 NDC 65862-053-99

Recalling firm
Aurobindo Pharma USA Inc.
NDC code
65862-053-99
Origin
NJ, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-1842-2019

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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