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Metformin HCl Extended Release Tablets recalled over manufacturing violations

Recall date
June 17, 2020
Source
U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report
Official notice title
Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc. recalls Metformin HCl Extended Release Tablets, USP, 500 mg, Generic for Glucophage XR, Pkg Size 100, Mfg: Time-Cap, Labs Inc.,…
Recall number
D-1364-2020
FDA classification
Class II
Brand / firm
Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Sold / distributed
Product was distributed to two medical clinics located in FL.

Why it was recalled

CGMP Deviations: FDA analysis detected N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) levels in excess of the Acceptable Daily Intake Limit.

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

What was recalled

Metformin HCl Extended Release Tablets, USP, 500 mg, Generic for Glucophage XR, Pkg Size 100, Mfg: Time-Cap, Labs Inc., Farmingdale, NY, Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Anaheim, CA NDC: 68788-6932-01

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