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Metformin HCl Extended Release Tablets USP 500 mg Recalled by Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Due to CGMP Deviations: FDA analysis detected N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) levels...

Date: November 1, 2020
Company: Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Drug)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc. directly.

Affected Products

Metformin HCl Extended Release Tablets USP 500 mg, Generic for : Glucophage XR, Pkg Size 100, Mfg: Time-Cap Labs, Inc.; Farmingdale, NY, NDC #: 68788-6932-1, Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Quantity: 99 bottles (9990 Extended Release Tablets)

Why Was This Recalled?

CGMP Deviations: FDA analysis detected N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) levels in excess of the Acceptable Daily Intake Limit.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed to 1 state: FL

Affected (1 state)Not affected

About Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc. has 44 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Drug). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report