Amerisource Health Services recalls Metoprolol Succinate Extended-Release Tablets due to failed dissolution specifications. Affected lots have expired by 03/31/2023 or 02/28/2023. Discard or contact for replacement.
Failed Dissolution Specifications: This recall is being initiated in support of the recall by the manufacturer which included lots that were packaged for BluePoint Laboratories.
Amerisource Health Services is recalling Metoprolol Succinate Extended-Release Tablets (50 mg) because they failed dissolution specifications. This means the medication may not work as intended, potentially causing ineffective treatment.
The tablets failed dissolution specifications, meaning they may not release medication properly in the body. This could lead to ineffective treatment for heart conditions. However, the recall does not indicate immediate harm to users.
People who own or use the recalled Metoprolol Succinate Extended-Release Tablets (50 mg) in 100-count or 500-count bottles with specific lot numbers are affected. Those taking this medication for heart conditions are most at risk.
Check for the 100-count bottle (NDC 68001-501-00) or 500-count bottle (NDC 68001-501-03) with lot numbers 21143211 (expiring 03/31/2023) or 21143185/21143193 (expiring 02/28/2023).
Identify the bottle size and lot number to confirm if your product is affected.
If affected, discard the product or contact Amerisource Health Services for a replacement.
Amerisource Health Services is recalling Metoprolol Succinate Extended-Release Tablets (50 mg) due to failed dissolution specifications.
100-count bottles (NDC 68001-501-00) with lot 21143211 (expiring 03/31/2023) and 500-count bottles (NDC 68001-501-03) with lots 21143185 or 21143193 (expiring 02/28/2023).
Check the bottle size and lot number. Affected products have specific NDC codes and expiration dates listed in the recall.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Amerisource Health Services to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall D-0269-2023 — Amerisource Health Services Amerisource Health Services Hello, I own a Amerisource Health Services that is covered by recall D-0269-2023 from Amerisource Health Services. 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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