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SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC: Metformin HCl Extended-Release Tablets Recalled for Failed Moisture Limits

Agency Publication Date: April 7, 2021
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Summary

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc. is recalling 2,520 bottles of Metformin HCl Extended-Release Tablets, USP (500 mg), a prescription medication used to manage blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes. The recall was issued because the tablets exceeded the allowed moisture limits, falling out of specification for water content. This voluntary recall affects 500-count bottles distributed nationwide. No injuries or adverse health consequences have been reported to date, and this is considered a low-risk recall. Consumers should speak with their doctor or pharmacist regarding their medication and to arrange for a refund.

Risk

The tablets failed to meet the required moisture specifications. Excess water content in extended-release medication can potentially compromise the stability of the drug over time, which could affect its performance or shelf life.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your prescription bottle for 'Metformin HCl Extended-Release Tablets, USP, 500 mg' in 500-count white bottles.
  2. Look for National Drug Code (NDC) 62756-142-02 and Lot number JKU4639A with an expiration date of 10/2022 printed on the label.
  3. If your medication matches the affected lot number and expiration date, do not stop taking the medication without first consulting your healthcare provider or pharmacist, as stopping a diabetes medication abruptly can pose health risks.
  4. Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance on obtaining a replacement and return any unused tablets from the affected lot to the pharmacy where they were purchased for a refund.
  5. Contact the manufacturer, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc., for further instructions regarding this recall.
  6. For additional questions or to report a problem, contact the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 (1-888-SAFEFDA) or visit www.fda.gov/safety/recalls.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ’ฐFull Refund

Refund for unused product

How to: Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance. Return any unused product to the pharmacy for a refund.

Affected Products

Product: Metformin HCl Extended-Release Tablets, USP, 500 mg (500-count bottle)
Model:
NDC 62756-142-02
Recall #: D-0325-2021
Lot Numbers:
JKU4639A (Exp 10/2022)
Date Ranges: Exp 10/2022

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 87617
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC
Sold By: pharmacies; healthcare providers
Manufactured In: India, United States
Units Affected: 2520 bottles
Distributed To: Nationwide

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Sources: FDA iRES ยท Raw API Response

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