Key Takeaway
Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, 1000 mg, 60-count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by: Actavis Laboratories FL, Inc., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314 USA; Distributed by: Actavis Pharma, Inc by Actavis Laboratories, FL, Inc. was recalled on September 25, 2015. The hazard: Failed Dissolution Specifications: Low Out-of-Specification results for the 8 hour timepoint.
Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, 1000 mg, 60-count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by: Actavis Laboratories FL, Inc., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314 USA; Distributed by: Actavis Pharma, Inc
Description
Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, 1000 mg, 60-count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by: Actavis Laboratories FL, Inc., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314 USA; Distributed by: Actavis Pharma, Inc., Parsippany, NJ 07054 USA; NDC 0591-2720-60; UPC 3 05912 72060 3.
Hazard / Reason
Failed Dissolution Specifications: Low Out-of-Specification results for the 8 hour timepoint.
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
Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, 1000 mg, 60-count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by: Actavis Laboratories FL, Inc., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314 USA; Distributed by: Actavis Pharma, Inc
DrugsCompany Information
Actavis Laboratories, FL, Inc.
Davie, FL, United States
View all 7 recalls by Actavis Laboratories, FL, Inc. →Distribution
Nationwide and Puerto Rico
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