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Generic Fortamet Diabetes Drug Recalled for Carcinogens
Lupin Pharmaceuticals recalled a generic version of the diabetes medication Fortamet® due to high levels of a carcinogenic chemical.
Two More Companies Recall Metformin ER Diabetes Drugs for Carcinogens
Teva Pharmaceuticals and Marksans Pharma Ltd. have recalled the diabetes drug metformin after they tested positive for high levels of a cancer-causing chemical impurity.
Apotex Corp. Recalls Extended-Release Metformin for Carcinogens
Apotex Corp. recalled all lots of extended-release metformin (500-mg) after FDA tests found high levels of a cancer-causing chemical.
FDA Finds High Levels of Carcinogen in Diabetes Drug Metformin
Tests on some extended-release versions of the diabetes drug metformin found high levels of a cancer-causing chemical impurity called N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA), according to the FDA.
Nizatidine Liquid Heartburn Drug Recalled for NDMA Contamination
Amneal Pharmaceuticals recalled bottles of a liquid heartburn drug called nizatidine due to a cancer-causing chemical impurity.
Pharmacy Demands Metformin Recall for NDMA Carcinogens
A pharmacy is recommending recalls for the diabetes drug metformin after tests found excessive levels of a cancer-causing chemical.
Nizatidine Recalled After Tests Detect Toxic Carcinogen
Mylan Pharmaceuticals recalled 3 batches of the ulcer medication Nizatidine due to contamination with a cancer-causing chemical.
Sandoz Recalls Generic Zantac for Carcinogenic Impurity
Sandoz recalled generic Zantac (ranitidine) due to a potential risk of carcinogenic impurities.