Preferred Pharmaceuticals recalls 20 mg Simvastatin Tablets (NDCs 68788-9869-9, 68788-9869-6, 68788-9869-3) due to manufacturing deviations found during inspection. Rx only, manufactured for Accord Healthcare.
cGMP Deviations for the manufacturing Firm (Accord Healthcare) after their inspection.
Preferred Pharmaceuticals is recalling 20 mg Simvastatin Tablets in specific bottle counts and NDC codes because of manufacturing deviations detected during inspection. This recall affects prescription-only medication that may pose risks if used without proper quality control.
The recall is due to cGMP deviations found during manufacturing inspections at Accord Healthcare. These deviations indicate potential quality issues in the production process, which could affect the safety and effectiveness of the medication. However, the specific risks are not detailed in the recall notice.
Prescription holders of the recalled Simvastatin Tablets (20 mg) with NDC codes 68788-9869-9, 68788-9869-6, or 68788-9869-3. Those who have the medication from Accord Healthcare in Durham, NC are most at risk.
Check for the product name 'Simvastatin Tablets, USP, 20 mg' in bottles labeled with NDC codes 68788-9869-9 (90-count), 68788-9869-6 (60-count), or 68788-9869-3 (30-count). The medication is prescription-only and manufactured for Accord Healthcare in Durham, NC.
Identify the NDC code on the bottle to confirm if it matches the recalled codes (68788-9869-9, 68788-9869-6, or 68788-9869-3).
The recall is due to cGMP deviations found during manufacturing inspections at Accord Healthcare, which may affect the quality of the medication.
The official notice does not specify a remedy, so contact Preferred Pharmaceuticals for guidance on next steps.
Yes, the recalled products have specific expiration dates (e.g., 2/28/2025, 5/31/2024, etc.), but the recall applies regardless of expiration date.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Preferred Pharmaceuticals to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0524-2023 — Preferred Pharmaceuticals Preferred Pharmaceuticals Hello, I own a Preferred Pharmaceuticals that is covered by recall D-0524-2023 from Preferred Pharmaceuticals. 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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