FDA Drug · D-1626-2020

Metformin Hydrochloride Tablets USP, 1000 mg, 60-count bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured for: Heritage Pharmaceuticals Inc., East Brunswick, NJ 08816, Packaged by: Legacy Pharmaceutical Packaging LLC, Earth City, MO 63045, Distributed by: Wal-Mart, Bentonville, AR 72716. NDC 68645-545-59

Class III · Terminated

Presence of Foreign Tablets/Capsules: Metformin 1000mg with different imprint was found in bottles.

Affected lots / codes — check yours against thisLot #: 201626, Exp. Date 08/2022

Recalling firm: Legacy Pharmaceutical Packaging LLC, Earth City, MO
Classification: Class III (unlikely to cause harm)
Status: Terminated
Quantity: 111,948 bottles
Distribution: Walmart distribution centers in GA and AR
Recall initiated: September 24, 2020
Classified: September 30, 2020
Terminated: November 8, 2022
Initiation: Voluntary: Firm initiated

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