The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Drugs)·D-737-2014·Announced 2014-01-22

Greenstone Recalls Nifedipine Tablets Due to Incorrect Expiration Date Labeling

Greenstone LLC is recalling Nifedipine extended-release tablets because the package displays a 48-month expiration date instead of the correct 36-month date.

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 and involves a minor labeling error regarding the expiration date, which fits the rubric for moderate severity.

Plain-English summary

Greenstone LLC is recalling Nifedipine extended-release tablets, 90mg, 100-count blister packs. The recall is due to a labeling error where the expiration date on the package is listed as 48 months instead of the correct 36 months.

The affected product is distributed nationwide. The specific lot code is V110079. The recall involves 21,600 tablets.

Consumers should check their medication packaging for the NDC 59762-6692-8 and lot code V110079. If the expiration date is listed as 48 months, they should stop using the product and contact their pharmacist or healthcare provider for guidance.

The recalled product

Product
Nifedipine, extended-release tablets, 90mg 100 count blister pack, Rx only, Distributed by: GREENSTONE LLC, Pespack, NJ,07977, NDC 59762-6692-8
Manufacturer
Greenstone Llc
Affected units
21,600

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)

  • V110079

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.