The Recall Desk
LowFDA (Drugs)·D-1557-2014·Announced 2014-09-03

Mylan Recalls Diltiazem HCl Extended Release Capsules Due to Impurities

Mylan Pharmaceuticals is recalling Diltiazem HCl Extended Release Capsules because routine stability testing found high levels of a related compound.

What this means for you

Cosmetic or documentation issue. No expected health impact, but the manufacturer is correcting the affected products.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class III, which the rubric defines as typically resulting in a score of 1 or 2 because it is unlikely to cause adverse health consequences.

Plain-English summary

Mylan Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is recalling 2,658 bottles of Diltiazem HCl Extended Release Capsules, USP 120 mg, 500 count bottles. The affected product is identified by Lot 3040063 with an expiration date of 07/14. The recall was initiated due to high out-of-specification results for a related compound obtained during routine stability testing.

The recalled product was distributed nationwide. This is a prescription-only medication. The source text does not specify the exact number of affected units beyond the total bottle count or provide specific distribution dates.

Consumers with this product should contact their healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance on how to proceed. The recall is classified as Class III by the FDA, indicating that the product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences.

The recalled product

Product
Diltiazem HCl Extended Release Capsules, USP 120 mg, 500 count bottles, Rx only, Mylan Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Morgantown, WV 26505. NDC 0378-5220-05.
Affected units
2,658

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 (1)

  • Lot 3040063 Exp. 07/14

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.