The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-1409-2012·Announced 2012-07-11

Teva Recalls Metoprolol Tartrate Tablets Due to Weight Variations

Teva Pharmaceuticals is recalling 2,268 bottles of Metoprolol Tartrate 50 mg tablets in Ohio because some tablets may not meet weight specifications.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, but the hazard involves tablet weight variations without reported injuries or illnesses, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity voluntary precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. is recalling 2,268 bottles of Metoprolol Tartrate Tablets USP 50 mg, 1000 count. The affected product is prescription-only and was manufactured in India by Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd. for Teva Pharmaceuticals USA. The specific lot number is TE1Y261, with an expiration date of 12/2013.

The recall was initiated because some tablets in this lot may not conform to weight specifications, potentially resulting in tablets that are under or over weight. The agency has classified this as a Class II recall. The affected product was distributed in Ohio.

Consumers who have this specific lot of Metoprolol Tartrate Tablets should contact their healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance on how to proceed. Patients should not discontinue their medication without consulting a medical professional.

The recalled product

Product
Metoprolol Tartrate Tablets USP 50 mg, 1000 count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured in india By: Emcure Pharmaceuticals LTD. Hinjwadi, Pune, India, Manufactured for TEVA Phamaceuticals USA, Sellersville, PA 18960, NDC 0093-0733-10
Affected units
2,268

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 (3)

  • Lot #TE1Y261
  • Exp
  • 12/2013

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

Same hazard · weight variation

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