Exforge (amlodipine and valsartan Tablets) 10/160 mg, Rx only, 7 tablets per bottle, Physician Sample - Not For Sale. Manufactured by: Novartis Pharma Stein AG Stein, Switzerland. Distributed by: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp. East Hanover, New Jersey 07936, NDC # 0078-9489-07
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Product code: 710011; Lot Number: F0060, Exp 01/31/2014; F0028A, Exp 02/28/2014; F0061, Exp 03/31/2014; F0062, Exp 05/31/2014; F0033A, Exp 10/31/2014; F0037A, Exp 01/31/2015
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp.
- Reason for Recall:
- Chemical Contamination: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation has recalled physician sample bottles of Diovan, Exforge, Exforge HCT,Lescol XL, Stalevo, Tekturna and Tekturna HCT Tablets due to contamination with Darocur 1173 a photocuring agent used in inks on shrink-wrap sleeves.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Exforge (amlodipine and valsartan Tablets) 10/160 mg, Rx only, 7 tablets per bottle, Physician Sample - Not For Sale. Manufactured by: Novartis Pharma Stein AG Stein, Switzerland. Distributed by: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp. East Hanover, New Jersey 07936, NDC # 0078-9489-07
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Product code: 710011; Lot Number: F0060, Exp 01/31/2014; F0028A, Exp 02/28/2014; F0061, Exp 03/31/2014; F0062, Exp 05/31/2014; F0033A, Exp 10/31/2014; F0037A, Exp 01/31/2015
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: D-333-2014
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