Riomet (SUN PHARMACEUTICAL) - Microbial Contamination (2021)
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
Riomet (metformin hydrochloride oral solution) 500 mg/5 mL Cherry Flavor, 16 fl. oz., 473 mL bottles Rx Only, Manufactured by: Mikart, LLC, Atlanta, GA 30318, Distributed by: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc., Cranbury, NJ 08512, NDC 10631-206-02.
Brand
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot #: J190386A, X190354A, Exp. 3/2021, J190393A, Exp. 5/2021, A200035A, Exp. 6/2021, B200064A, Exp. 8/2021, H200236A, Exp. 1/2022
Products Sold
Lot #: J190386A, X190354A, Exp. 3/2021, J190393A, Exp. 5/2021, A200035A, Exp. 6/2021, B200064A, Exp. 8/2021; H200236A, Exp. 1/2022
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC is recalling Riomet (metformin hydrochloride oral solution) 500 mg/5 mL Cherry Flavor, 16 fl. oz., 473 mL bottles due to Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Product. 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
Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Product
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