Key Takeaway
Valsartan Tablets USP 160 mg, 100 Tablets (10 x 10) per Unit Dose Blisters, Rx Only, Packaged and Distributed by: American Health Packaging, Columbus, Ohio 43217 (Individual Dose NDC:60687-139-11, C by American Health Packaging was recalled on March 6, 2019. The hazard: CGMP Deviation: Presence of NDEA (N-Nitrosodimethylamine), a carcinogen impurity, detected in the active ingredient.
Valsartan Tablets USP 160 mg, 100 Tablets (10 x 10) per Unit Dose Blisters, Rx Only, Packaged and Distributed by: American Health Packaging, Columbus, Ohio 43217 (Individual Dose NDC:60687-139-11, C
Description
Valsartan Tablets USP 160 mg, 100 Tablets (10 x 10) per Unit Dose Blisters, Rx Only, Packaged and Distributed by: American Health Packaging, Columbus, Ohio 43217 (Individual Dose NDC:60687-139-11, Carton NDC#: 60687-139-01)
Hazard / Reason
CGMP Deviation: Presence of NDEA (N-Nitrosodimethylamine), a carcinogen impurity, detected in the active ingredient.
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
Valsartan Tablets USP 160 mg, 100 Tablets (10 x 10) per Unit Dose Blisters, Rx Only, Packaged and Distributed by: American Health Packaging, Columbus, Ohio 43217 (Individual Dose NDC:60687-139-11, C
DrugsCompany Information
American Health Packaging
Columbus, OH, United States
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Nationwide USA and Puerto Rico
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