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Irbesartan Bulk Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient recalled over manufacturing violations

Recall date
October 24, 2018
Source
U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report
Official notice title
Aurobindo Pharma Limited (Unit I) recalls Irbesartan Bulk Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient.
Recall number
D-0127-2019
FDA classification
Class II
Brand / firm
Aurobindo Pharma Limited (Unit I)
Sold / distributed
Product was distributed to one customer in NY.

Why it was recalled

CGMP Deviation: Presence of NDEA (N-Nitrosodimethylamine), a carcinogen impurity, detected in the active ingredient.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

Irbesartan Bulk Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient.

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