Approximately 13,834 bottles of Riomet (metformin hydrochloride oral solution) 500 mg/5 mL Cherry Flavor are being recalled because of potential microbial contamination. Riomet is a prescription medication used to treat type 2 diabetes, and this recall affects the 16 fl. oz. (473 mL) bottles. Consumers should immediately contact their healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance regarding their treatment and return any unused medication to the pharmacy for a refund.
The product may be contaminated with microbes, which could cause serious infections, particularly in patients with compromised immune systems. While no specific illnesses have been reported in this notice, using contaminated medication poses a significant health risk.
Healthcare provider consultation and pharmacy refund.
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: FDA iRES · Raw API Response
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