"Latest Nationwide Recall of Blood Pressure Medication: Important Details"

Recent Nationwide Recall of Blood Pressure Medication

Heart disease has been the leading cause of death in the U.S. for over a century, yet a 2024 report from the American Heart Association (AHA) revealed that more than half of American adults are unaware of this fact. Immediate-past AHA president, Dr. Joseph C. Wu, emphasized the importance of understanding the impact of heart disease, highlighting high blood pressure as a significant risk factor for heart disease and stroke. With proper treatment and management, the risk of cardiovascular disease can be significantly reduced.

New Recall of Amlodipine and Olmesartan Medoxomil Tablets

Individuals who rely on prescription medication to manage their blood pressure should be aware of a recent nationwide recall. Ascend Laboratories, LLC, based in New Jersey, is recalling 8,568 bottles of Amlodipine and Olmesartan Medoxomil tablets (5 milligram/40 milligram). Sold under the brand name Azor, this combination of amlodipine and olmesartan is commonly used to treat high blood pressure as they work together to help blood vessels relax, increasing blood flow to the heart.

The recall reason cited by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is "Failed Dissolution Specifications," indicating that the medication may not have broken down at the recommended rate. Proper dissolution is crucial for a drug's bioavailability and therapeutic effectiveness, as stated by the U.S. Pharmacopeia.

Details of the Recalled Product

• Amlodipine and Olmesartan Medoxomil Tablets, 5 mg/40 mg
• 30-count bottle
• Lot Code: 23121560
• Expiration Date: 4/30/2026
• Manufactured by: Alkem Laboratories Ltd., INDIA
• Distributed by: Ascend Laboratories, LLC, Parsippany, NJ 07054
• National Drug Code (NDC): 67877-501-30

Ascend Laboratories is a subsidiary of Alkem, according to information on their website. Despite the recall being initiated on July 21, it was classified as a Class II event by the FDA on August 8. A Class II recall indicates that the use of a recalled product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

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