Liptruzet (ezetimibe and atorvastin) tablets,10 mg/80 mg, a) 30 count blister (NDC 66582-323-30), b) 90 count blister (NDC 66582-323-54), 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-1312-2014
Product Description
Liptruzet (ezetimibe and atorvastin) tablets,10 mg/80 mg, a) 30 count blister (NDC 66582-323-30), b) 90 count blister (NDC 66582-323-54), Rx only, Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc, Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889
Reason for Recall
Defective Container; 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
- 11,462 cartons
- Distribution
- Nationwide and Puerto Rico
- Location
- Whitehouse Station, NJ
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Liptruzet (ezetimibe and atorvastin) tablets,10 mg/80 mg, a) 30 count blister (NDC 66582-323-30), b) 90 count blister (NDC 66582-323-54), Rx only, Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc, Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889. Recalled by Merck & Co Inc. Units affected: 11,462 cartons.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Defective Container; 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-1312-2014.
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