Ascend Laboratories recalls 80mg Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets (NDC 67877-514-90 and 67877-514-05) with failed dissolution specifications. These prescription statins may not release medication properly, potentially affecting cholesterol control.
Failed Dissolution Specifications
Ascend Laboratories is recalling 80mg Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets (90-count and 500-count) because they failed dissolution specifications. This means the tablets may not release medication properly, which could affect how well they control cholesterol levels.
The tablets failed dissolution specifications, meaning they may not release medication properly in the body. This could lead to inconsistent cholesterol control. However, the recall does not indicate a risk of serious injury or death.
Prescription drug users who have the specific 80mg Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets (NDC 67877-514-90 or 67877-514-05) from the listed lots. People taking cholesterol medication are most at risk if they use these tablets without proper dissolution.
Check your prescription bottle for the brand name 'Ascend Laboratories' and the product name 'Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets USP, 80 mg, Rx Only'. Look for the NDC numbers 67877-514-90 (90-count) or 67877-514-05 (500-count).
Verify if your Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets are the specific 80mg prescription tablets with NDC numbers 67877-514-90 or 67877-514-05.
The tablets failed dissolution specifications, meaning they may not release medication properly, which could affect cholesterol control.
No, the recall does not require stopping use immediately. However, you should check if you have the recalled product and contact your doctor if you're unsure.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so you should check with your doctor or pharmacist for guidance on whether to continue using the medication.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ascend Laboratories to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0020-2026 — Ascend Laboratories Ascend Laboratories Hello, I own a Ascend Laboratories that is covered by recall D-0020-2026 from Ascend Laboratories. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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