The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-1270-2019·Announced 2019-05-08

Losartan Potassium/HCTZ Tablets Recalled for Nitrosamine Impurity

RemedyRepack is recalling Losartan Potassium/HCTZ tablets because FDA testing found a nitrosamine impurity above acceptable levels.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classification is FDA Class II, and the presence of a nitrosamine impurity (NMBA) above acceptable levels constitutes a significant health risk, aligning with the 'Severe' criteria for significant injury/health risk reports.

Plain-English summary

RemedyRepack, Inc. is recalling Losartan Potassium/HCTZ, 100 mg/12.5 mg tablets, 90-count bottles. The product was manufactured by Torrent Pharmaceuticals and distributed to Florida. The specific lot number is B0517068-101618 with an expiration date of 10/2019. The total quantity involved is 44 HDPE bottles, containing 3,960 tablets.

The recall was initiated due to Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) deviations. FDA laboratory testing confirmed the presence of the impurity N-Methylnitrosobutyric acid (NMBA) in the finished product. The detected levels of NMBA exceeded the interim acceptable daily intake level of 0.96 parts per million.

Consumers who have this specific product should stop using it and contact their healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance on alternative treatment options. The product is identified by NDC 70518-1560-00.

The recalled product

Product
Losartan Potassium/HCTZ, 100 mg/12.5 mg Tablet, 90-Count bottle, Manufactured by Torrent Pharmaceuticals, Distributed by RemedyRepack, Inc. Indiana, PA, 15701-3570, NDC 70518-1560-00.
Manufacturer
RemedyRepack Inc.

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (2)

  • Lot #: B0517068-101618
  • Exp. Date: 10/2019

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state: