Losartan Potassium & HCTZ Tablets (Preferred Pharmaceuticals) – AZIDO Impurity High (2022)
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.
This AI-generated summary is provided for general informational purposes only and is derived from publicly available recall notices. It supplements but does not replace official agency classifications or safety instructions.
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Losartan Potassium & HCTZ Tablets 50mg/12.5 mg, hydrochlorothiazide USP 12.5 mg, Pkg Size: 30, NDC: 68788-7758-03.
Brand
Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot: K1721E, EXP: 4/30/2023, NDC: 68788-7758-03, Lot: H3021Q, EXP: 2/28/2023, NDC: 68788-7758-03.
Products Sold
Lot: K1721E, EXP: 4/30/2023, NDC: 68788-7758-03; Lot: H3021Q, EXP: 2/28/2023, NDC: 68788-7758-03.
Preferred Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is recalling Losartan Potassium & HCTZ Tablets 50mg/12.5 mg, hydrochlorothiazide USP 12.5 mg, Pkg Size: 30, NDC: due to CGMP Deviations- AZIDO Impurity levels observed to be above acceptable limits. 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
CGMP Deviations- AZIDO Impurity levels observed to be above acceptable limits
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 noticeDistribution
As reported by FDA
CA, FL, IN
Page updated: Jan 7, 2026