Metformin Extended Tablets (VIONA) – NDMA Excess (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
Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, USP 750 mg, 100 count HDPE bottles NDC# 72578-036-01
Brand
VIONA PHARMACEUTICALS INC
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
M008130 06/2022, M008131 06/2022, M008132 06/2022, M008133 06/2022, M010080 07/2022, M010081 07/2022, M011029 08/2022, M011030 08/2022, M011031 08/2022, M011032 08/2022, M011304 08/2022, M013394 09/2022, M013395 09/2022, M013396 09/2022, M013966 09/2022, M013967 09/2022, M100831 12/2022, M100832 12/2022, M100833 01/2023, M100834 01/2023, M101267 01/2023, M102718 01/2023, M102719 01/2023
Products Sold
M008130 06/2022, M008131 06/2022, M008132 06/2022, M008133 06/2022, M010080 07/2022, M010081 07/2022, M011029 08/2022, M011030 08/2022, M011031 08/2022, M011032 08/2022, M011304 08/2022, M013394 09/2022, M013395 09/2022, M013396 09/2022, M013966 09/2022, M013967 09/2022, M100831 12/2022, M100832 12/2022, M100833 01/2023, M100834 01/2023, M101267 01/2023, M102718 01/2023, M102719 01/2023
VIONA PHARMACEUTICALS INC is recalling Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, USP 750 mg, 100 count HDPE bottles NDC# 72578-036 due to CGMP Deviations- Detection of N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) levels in excess of the Acceptable Daily Intake Limit.. 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- Detection of N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) levels in excess of the Acceptable Daily Intake Limit.
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