Metformin ER Tablets 500mg (Granules) – foreign tablet found (2024)
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
Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, USP, 500 mg, 1000-count bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Granules India Limited, Hyderabad- 500 081, India, Manufactured for: Quallent Pharmaceuticals Health LLC, Grand Cayman, Grand Cayman Islands, NDC 82009-117-10
Brand
Granules Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot #: 4911311A, Exp. Date: 11/2025
Products Sold
Lot #: 4911311A, Exp. Date: 11/2025
Granules Pharmaceuticals Inc. is recalling Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, USP, 500 mg, 1000-count bottles, Rx Only, Manufact due to Presence of Foreign Tablets/Capsules: A Paracetamol 500 mg tablet was found in a 1000-count bottle of Metformin HCL ER Tablets USP, 500 mg.. 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
Presence of Foreign Tablets/Capsules: A Paracetamol 500 mg tablet was found in a 1000-count bottle of Metformin HCL ER Tablets USP, 500 mg.
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.
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Page updated: Jan 7, 2026