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Class III Recall

Telmisartan and Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets, USP, 40 mg/12.5 mg, 30 count bottles, Rx only, Manufactured by: Torrent Ph

Torrent Pharma Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class III for Telmisartan and Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets, USP, 40 mg/12.5 mg, 30 count bottle by Torrent Pharma Inc.. Reason: Superpotent; Hydrochlorothiazide.

Details

Source

Drug Recall

External ID

D-0285-2022

Action Date

2021-12-22

Status

Terminated

Category

drug

Product Description

Telmisartan and Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets, USP, 40 mg/12.5 mg, 30 count bottles, Rx only, Manufactured by: Torrent Pharmaceuticals LTD., Indrad-382 721, India. Manufactured for: Torrent Pharma Inc., Basking Ridge, NJ 07920. NDC: 13668-159-30

Lot/Code Info: Batch: BZ74G001 Exp. 12/2021.

Quantity Affected: 27,312 Bottles

Reason for Recall

Superpotent; Hydrochlorothiazide

Distribution

Nationwide USA

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2021-12-01

Company

Torrent Pharma Inc.

Basking Ridge, NJ

Context & Analysis

This is a Class III recall. Class III recalls involve products unlikely to cause adverse health consequences, but that violate FDA regulations.

This was one of 36 drug recalls issued in the same week, part of 267 drug-related FDA actions this month.

Torrent Pharma Inc. has 5 FDA actions in our database, including 5 recalls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class III recall?

A Class III recall involves products that are unlikely to cause adverse health effects but violate FDA labeling or manufacturing regulations.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Torrent Pharma Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Torrent Pharma Inc. have FDA actions?

Torrent Pharma Inc. has 5 FDA actions in our database, including 5 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "D-0285-2022" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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