Key Takeaway

Kombiglyze XR (saxagliptin and metformin HCl extended-release) tablets, Physician Sample-Not For Sale, 6 Tablets per Carton, 2.5 mg/1000 mg, Rx only, Manufactured By: Bristol-Myers Squibb Company, Pri by Bristol-myers Squibb Company was recalled on June 5, 2012. The hazard: Labeling; Correct labeled product miscart/mispack: Some Physician sample cartons were incorrectly labeled as Kombiglyze XR 2.5mg/1000mg on the externa...

FDA Drug Class II Terminated

Kombiglyze XR (saxagliptin and metformin HCl extended-release) tablets, Physician Sample-Not For Sale, 6 Tablets per Carton, 2.5 mg/1000 mg, Rx only, Manufactured By: Bristol-Myers Squibb Company, Pri

Recalled: June 5, 2012 ~117,049 Sample Cartons units affected D-018-2013

Description

Kombiglyze XR (saxagliptin and metformin HCl extended-release) tablets, Physician Sample-Not For Sale, 6 Tablets per Carton, 2.5 mg/1000 mg, Rx only, Manufactured By: Bristol-Myers Squibb Company, Princeton NJ 08543, USA, Marketed By: Bristol-Myers Squibb Company, Princeton NJ 08543, USA and AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP, Wilmington DE 19850.

Hazard / Reason

Labeling; Correct labeled product miscart/mispack: Some Physician sample cartons were incorrectly labeled as Kombiglyze XR 2.5mg/1000mg on the external package carton, whereas the contents were Kombiglyze XR 5 mg/500 mg blister packaged tablets. The individual blister units are labeled correctly.

Class II: Product that may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences.

Class II indicates the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects. The probability of serious harm is considered remote.

Products Affected

Drugs

Distribution

Nationwide

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