PlainRecalls
FDA Drug Moderate Class II Terminated

Unit Dose Valsartan Tablets, USP. 160 mg. Rx only.,Distributed by: Major Pharmaceuticals, Livonia, MI 48152, NDC# 0904-6594-61. NDC# 0904-6595-61.

Reported: August 1, 2018 Initiated: July 18, 2018 #D-0967-2018

Product Description

Unit Dose Valsartan Tablets, USP. 160 mg. Rx only.,Distributed by: Major Pharmaceuticals, Livonia, MI 48152, NDC# 0904-6594-61. NDC# 0904-6595-61.

Reason for Recall

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

Details

Recalling Firm
MAJOR PHARMACEUTICALS
Units Affected
4,556 cartons
Distribution
Nationwide.
Location
Livonia, MI

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Unit Dose Valsartan Tablets, USP. 160 mg. Rx only.,Distributed by: Major Pharmaceuticals, Livonia, MI 48152, NDC# 0904-6594-61. NDC# 0904-6595-61.. Recalled by MAJOR PHARMACEUTICALS. Units affected: 4,556 cartons.
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 August 1, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-0967-2018.