Key Takeaway

Riomet (metformin hydrochloride oral solution), 500 mg/5 mL (16 fl. oz.), 473 mL plastic bottle, Manufactured by: Mikart, Inc., Atlanta, GA 30318, Distributed by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc., by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc. was recalled on April 26, 2018. The hazard: Labeling: Not Elsewhere Classified: Sun Pharma has decided to initiate this recall in response to identified labeling discrepancies in the patient lit...

FDA Drug Class III Terminated

Riomet (metformin hydrochloride oral solution), 500 mg/5 mL (16 fl. oz.), 473 mL plastic bottle, Manufactured by: Mikart, Inc., Atlanta, GA 30318, Distributed by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.,

Recalled: April 26, 2018 ~19,758 473 mL bottles units affected D-0818-2018

Description

Riomet (metformin hydrochloride oral solution), 500 mg/5 mL (16 fl. oz.), 473 mL plastic bottle, Manufactured by: Mikart, Inc., Atlanta, GA 30318, Distributed by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc., Cranbury, NJ 08512. NDC 10631-206-02

Hazard / Reason

Labeling: Not Elsewhere Classified: Sun Pharma has decided to initiate this recall in response to identified labeling discrepancies in the patient literature.

Class III: Product that is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.

Class III is the least severe classification. The product is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences but still violates FDA regulations.

Products Affected

Riomet (metformin hydrochloride oral solution), 500 mg/5 mL (16 fl. oz.), 473 mL plastic bottle, Manufactured by: Mikart, Inc., Atlanta, GA 30318, Distributed by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.,

Drugs

Company Information

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc.

Cranbury, NJ, United States

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Distribution

US Nationwide in the USA

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