Key Takeaway

Telmisartan and Amlodipine Tablets 80 mg/5 mg, 30 tablets, Rx Only, Manufactured for: AvKARE, Inc. Pulaski, TN 38478 --- NDC 42291-795-30 by AVKARE Inc. was recalled on April 3, 2019. The hazard: Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications; 18 month long term stability study (manufacturer)

FDA Drug Class III Terminated

Telmisartan and Amlodipine Tablets 80 mg/5 mg, 30 tablets, Rx Only, Manufactured for: AvKARE, Inc. Pulaski, TN 38478 --- NDC 42291-795-30

Recalled: April 3, 2019 ~397 bottles units affected D-1122-2019

Description

Telmisartan and Amlodipine Tablets 80 mg/5 mg, 30 tablets, Rx Only, Manufactured for: AvKARE, Inc. Pulaski, TN 38478 --- NDC 42291-795-30

Hazard / Reason

Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications; 18 month long term stability study (manufacturer)

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

Telmisartan and Amlodipine Tablets 80 mg/5 mg, 30 tablets, Rx Only, Manufactured for: AvKARE, Inc. Pulaski, TN 38478 --- NDC 42291-795-30

Drugs

Company Information

AVKARE Inc.

Pulaski, TN, United States

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Distribution

AZ, CO

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