Metoprolol Succinate Tablets (Ascend) – Failed Dissolution (2023)
Class II: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote
Class II recall indicates potential for temporary health effects.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Metoprolol Succinate Extended-Release Tablets, USP 50 mg, Rx Only, 100 Tablets per bottle, Manufactured by: Alkem Laboratories Ltd., Mumbai - 400 013, India, Distributed by: Ascend Laboratories, LLC, Parsippany NJ 07054, NDC 67877-591-01.
Brand
Ascend Laboratories, LLC
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot #: 21142633, Exp 03/31/2023
Products Sold
Lot #: 21142633, Exp 03/31/2023
Ascend Laboratories, LLC is recalling Metoprolol Succinate Extended-Release Tablets, USP 50 mg, Rx Only, 100 Tablets per bottle, Manufactu due to Failed Dissolution Specification. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences. Based on FDA drug enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Failed Dissolution Specification
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Consumers should stop using the product and contact the recalling firm, their healthcare provider, or return it to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 7, 2026