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Class II · Moderate risk Ongoing Initiated May 10, 2024 (2 years ago)

Duloxetine Delayed-Release Cap USP 30mg

Class II — Moderate risk. May cause temporary or reversible harm; serious harm unlikely.

Why it was recalled

CGMP Deviations: Presence of N-nitroso-duloxetine impurity above FDA recommended interim limit

Cause type: Nitrosamine impurity

Trace nitrosamine impurities such as NDMA, NDEA or NMBA found above the acceptable daily limit. Nitrosamines are probable human carcinogens that can form during manufacturing or storage. This is the cause behind the large valsartan, losartan and ranitidine (Zantac) recalls. All nitrosamine impurity recalls.

What was recalled

Duloxetine Delayed-Release Cap USP 30mg, 30-count bottle, Rx only, Preferred Pharmaceutcals, Inc., NDC 68788-9301-03

Affected NDC 68788-9301-03

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Drug: Duloxetine Category: Mental Health Medication

Recalling firm
Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
NDC code
68788-9301-03
Origin
CA, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0505-2024 · FDA notice

Check, then ask. Class II means harm is possible but usually temporary or reversible. Find the lot number on your package; if it matches, ask your pharmacist about a replacement. Do not simply stop a prescribed medication on your own - the gap can be riskier than the recall.

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