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FDA Drug Moderate Class II Terminated

Irbesartan Bulk Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient.

Reported: November 7, 2018 Initiated: October 24, 2018 #D-0127-2019

Product Description

Irbesartan Bulk Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient.

Reason for Recall

CGMP Deviation: Presence of NDEA (N-Nitrosodimethylamine), a carcinogen impurity, detected in the active ingredient.

Details

Units Affected
1724.8 kgs.
Distribution
Product was distributed to one customer in NY.
Location
Arutla, N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Irbesartan Bulk Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient.. Recalled by Aurobindo Pharma Limited (Unit I). Units affected: 1724.8 kgs..
Why was this product recalled?
CGMP Deviation: Presence of NDEA (N-Nitrosodimethylamine), a carcinogen impurity, detected in the active ingredient.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on November 7, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-0127-2019.