Tag: Valsartan
Blood Pressure Medication Recalled for Cancer Risk
Westminster Pharmaceuticals is recalling the blood pressure medication irbesartan over a potential cancer risk associated with contamination, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced on Tuesday.
FDA Expands Recall for Heart Drug Linked to Cancer
In an ongoing investigation, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has expanded its recall of Valsartan, a popular drug used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure, after it was found that some of its ingredients may contain...
FDA Joins 22 Countries in Banning Heart Drug Linked to Cancer
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has announced the nationwide recall of Valsartan, a medicine used to control blood pressure and prevent heart failure, after it was found to contain a chemical linked to an increased risk for cancer.
Heart Drug Recalled in 22 Countries after Cancer Risk Identified
A widely-prescribed medicine used to regulate critical aspects of the heart’s function is being recalled in 22 countries after it was found that one of its active ingredients may increase the risk for cancer, according to the European Medicines Agency...