The Recall Desk
SevereFDA (Drugs)·D-1386-2020·Announced 2020-07-22

Granules Pharmaceuticals Recalls Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets

Granules Pharmaceuticals is recalling Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets due to FDA detection of N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) impurity above acceptable intake 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 NDMA impurity above acceptable intake levels constitutes a significant health risk, aligning with the 'Severe' criteria for significant injury/property-damage reports or high-risk contamination.

Plain-English summary

Granules Pharmaceuticals Inc. is recalling Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets USP, 750 mg, in 100-count and 500-count bottles. The recall affects specific lot numbers and expiration dates distributed nationwide in the United States.

The recall was initiated because FDA analysis detected the impurity N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) above the acceptable intake level. This finding represents a deviation from Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP).

Consumers with these specific bottles should stop using the medication and contact their healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance on alternative treatment options.

The recalled product

Product
METFORMIN (METFORMIN ER 500 MG)
Brand
METFORMIN

Is your product affected?

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

UPCs (2)

  • 0370010491038
  • 0370010492035

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.