US Drug Recall Register
Class III · Low risk Terminated Initiated Jul 21, 2015 (11 years ago)

Verapamil Hydrochloride Extended-Release tablets

Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.

Why it was recalled

Failed Dissolution Specification: One lot of product did not meet the first stage dissolution specification limits.

What was recalled

Verapamil Hydrochloride Extended-Release tablets, USP, 240 mg, 500-count bottles, Rx Only, Apotex Corp. Manufactured by Apotex Research Private Limited, Bangalore, Karnataka 560 099, India; Manufactured for: Apotex Corp., Weston, FL 33326. NDC 60505-2742-5.

Recalling firm
Apotex Inc.
NDC code
60505-2742-5
Origin
Ontario, Canada
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D1834-2015

What should you do? A recall doesn't always mean your specific bottle is affected - it often applies to certain lots only. Check the lot number on your package against the FDA notice, and talk to your pharmacist before stopping any medication.

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