PlainRecalls
FDA Drug Moderate Class II Ongoing

Amlodipine and Valsartan Tablets, USP, 5 mg/160 mg, 30 tablets per bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Torrent Pharmaceuticals LTD., Indrad-382 721, India. NDC: 13668-207-30

Reported: September 5, 2018 Initiated: August 17, 2018 #D-1140-2018

Product Description

Amlodipine and Valsartan Tablets, USP, 5 mg/160 mg, 30 tablets per bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Torrent Pharmaceuticals LTD., Indrad-382 721, India. NDC: 13668-207-30

Reason for Recall

CGMP Deviations: Carcinogen impurity detected in API used to manufacture drug product.

Details

Recalling Firm
Torrent Pharma Inc.
Units Affected
78144 bottles
Distribution
Nationwide USA
Location
Basking Ridge, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Amlodipine and Valsartan Tablets, USP, 5 mg/160 mg, 30 tablets per bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Torrent Pharmaceuticals LTD., Indrad-382 721, India. NDC: 13668-207-30. Recalled by Torrent Pharma Inc.. Units affected: 78144 bottles.
Why was this product recalled?
CGMP Deviations: Carcinogen impurity detected in API used to manufacture drug product.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on September 5, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-1140-2018.