Liptruzet (ezetimibe and atorvastin) tablets,10 mg/20 mg, a) 30 count blister (NDC 66582-321-30), b) 90 count blister (NDC 66582-321-54), Rx only, Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc, Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889
Reported: May 14, 2014 Initiated: January 13, 2014 #D-1310-2014
Product Description
Liptruzet (ezetimibe and atorvastin) tablets,10 mg/20 mg, a) 30 count blister (NDC 66582-321-30), b) 90 count blister (NDC 66582-321-54), Rx only, Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc, Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889
Reason for Recall
This recall of LIPTRUZET is being initiated due to packaging defects. Some of the outer laminate foil pouches allowed in air and moisture, which could potentially decrease the effectiveness or change the characteristics of the product.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Merck & Co Inc
- Units Affected
- 20,259 cartons
- Distribution
- Nationwide and Puerto Rico
- Location
- Whitehouse Station, NJ
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Liptruzet (ezetimibe and atorvastin) tablets,10 mg/20 mg, a) 30 count blister (NDC 66582-321-30), b) 90 count blister (NDC 66582-321-54), Rx only, Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc, Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889. Recalled by Merck & Co Inc. Units affected: 20,259 cartons.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
This recall of LIPTRUZET is being initiated due to packaging defects. Some of the outer laminate foil pouches allowed in air and moisture, which could potentially decrease the effectiveness or change the characteristics of the product.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on May 14, 2014. Severity: Low. Recall number: D-1310-2014.
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