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FDA Drug recall · Reported October 16, 2019

Matzim LA (Diltiazem Hydrochloride) Extended-Release Tablets, 240 mg, 30 count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by: Actabis Laboratories FL, Inc., Fort Lauderdale, FL, Distributed by: Actavis Pharma, Inc., Parsippany, NJ NDC 52544-692-30

GMP Deviation: lot not intended for commercial distribution.

Recall #
D-0131-2020
Affected scope
5,849 bottles
Initiated
September 6, 2019
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Teva Pharmaceuticals USA recalled Matzim LA (Diltiazem Hydrochloride) Extended-Release Tablets, 240 mg, 30 count bottle, Rx… - a low-severity action.

Matzim LA (Diltiazem Hydrochloride) Extended-Release Tablets, 240 mg, 30 count bottle, Rx… was recalled by Teva Pharmaceuticals USA in October 16, 2019. Reason: GMP Deviation: lot not intended for commercial distribution.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-0131-2020 with the FDA Drug before acting.

The recall

Teva Pharmaceuticals USA issued this low-severity FDA Drug recall-GMP Deviation: lot not intended for commercial distribution..

Low
severity level
Class III
classification
October 16, 2019
reported

Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-0131-2020 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Drug action (record #D-0131-2020) was formally reported on October 16, 2019, with the manufacturer initiating the action on September 6, 2019. It is classified under Low severity (Class III), with a current status of Terminated. Teva Pharmaceuticals USA is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Parsippany, NJ. Federal records list the affected scope as 5,849 bottles.

The documented reason for this recall is: GMP Deviation: lot not intended for commercial distribution. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Product was distributed to 42 wholesalers and 11 retailers who may have further distribute the product throughout the United States, including Hawaii and Puerto Rico.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Low

Affected scope

5,849 bottles

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

Matzim LA (Diltiazem Hydrochloride) Extended-Release Tablets, 240 mg, 30 count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by: Actabis Laboratories FL, Inc., Fort Lauderdale, FL, Distributed by: Actavis Pharma, Inc., Parsippany, NJ NDC 52544-692-30

Reason for recall

GMP Deviation: lot not intended for commercial distribution.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Drug recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Low (Class III)
Status Terminated
Recall number D-0131-2020
Date reported October 16, 2019
Date initiated September 6, 2019
Recalling firm Teva Pharmaceuticals USA
Firm location Parsippany, NJ
Affected scope 5,849 bottles
Distribution Product was distributed to 42 wholesalers and 11 retailers who may have further distribute the product throughout the United States, including Hawaii and Puerto Rico.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Drug enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

  • Check the recall number (D-0131-2020) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Drug record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Matzim LA (Diltiazem Hydrochloride) Extended-Release Tablets, 240 mg, 30 count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by: Actabis Laboratories FL, Inc., Fort Lauderdale, FL, Distributed by: Actavis Pharma, Inc., Parsippany, NJ NDC 52544-692-30. Recalled by Teva Pharmaceuticals USA. Units affected: 5,849 bottles.
Why was this product recalled?
GMP Deviation: lot not intended for commercial distribution.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on October 16, 2019. Severity: Low. Recall number: D-0131-2020.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Product was distributed to 42 wholesalers and 11 retailers who may have further distribute the product throughout the United States, including Hawaii and Puerto Rico..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (D-0131-2020) against your product. Visit the official FDA Drug website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Drug, reported October 16, 2019. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.