Over 580,000 bottles of blood pressure medication have been recalled by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), according to a new Enforcement Report.
The recall affects certain lots of the antihypertensive drug prazosin hydrochloride, manufactured by Teva Pharmaceuticals, which tested positive for elevated levels of a potential carcinogenic impurity.
The affected bottles can be identified by lot number and expiration date, as outlined in the FDA report.
It’s essential to consult your physician before stopping a medication, even if you’re concerned that your bottles are affected.
For more information, refer to the FDA report for recall specifics.
Author summary: Medication recall due to carcinogenic impurity.