Metformin Hydrochloride Extended Release Tablets 1000 mg, 90-count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by: Actavis Laboratories FL, Inc., Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33314, Distributed by: Actavis Pharma, Inc., Parsippany, NJ 07054 , NDC 00591-2412-19

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot #: 1240400A, Exp 05/2019; 1293935M, Exp 12/2019
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA
Reason for Recall:
Defective Delivery System: There is a potential for some tablets to be missing the laser drilling which might affect drug release.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Metformin Hydrochloride Extended Release Tablets 1000 mg, 90-count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by: Actavis Laboratories FL, Inc., Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33314, Distributed by: Actavis Pharma, Inc., Parsippany, NJ 07054 , NDC 00591-2412-19

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot #: 1240400A, Exp 05/2019; 1293935M, Exp 12/2019

Distribution:

Distributed in: IL

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: D-0101-2019

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