Recall of Blood Pressure Medication Bottles
Over 580,000 bottles of blood pressure medication have been recalled by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) due to elevated levels of a potential carcinogenic impurity.
The affected medication, prazosin hydrochloride, is manufactured by Teva Pharmaceuticals in New Jersey. The recall includes bottles of 1 mg, 2 mg, and 5 mg capsules.
To identify the recalled bottles, consumers can check the 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.
Affected Products:
- 1 mg prazosin hydrochloride capsules
- 2 mg prazosin hydrochloride capsules
- 5 mg prazosin hydrochloride capsules
Author's summary: FDA recalls over 580,000 blood pressure medication bottles due to carcinogenic impurity.