Some lots of Accuretic as well as generic versions are recalled.
Pfizer is voluntarily recalling Accuretic as well as two generics used to treat hypertension because of an elevated level of an impurity that may cause cancer.is voluntarily recalling Accuretic as well as two generics used to treat hypertension because of an elevated level of an impurity that may cause cancer.
These impurities may increase the risk of cancer if people are exposed to them above acceptable levels over long periods of time.”“The products have a safety profile that has been established over 20 years of marketing authorization and through a robust clinical program. To date, Pfizer is not aware of reports of adverse events that have been assessed to be related to this recall.
Greenstone quinapril HCl/hydrochlorothiazide, 20/12.5 mg, NDC number 59762-0220-1, lot number DN6931, expires March 2023.
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