Cholesterol Medication Is Being Recalled Nationwide—Over 140,000 Bottles Affected

Highlights

• At least 141,984 bottles of cholesterol medication are being recalled nationwide.

• The affected prescription is Atorvastatin Calcium tablets, sold in packs of 90, 500 and 1000.

• Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacy for a possible refund or replacement.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced a recall of prescription statin drugs sold nationwide. This is due to “failed dissolution specifications”.

The drugs affected by this recall are Atorvastatin Calcium tablets. At least 141,984 bottles of product were affected. Below is a list of recalled cholesterol medications, including batch codes and expiration dates that may be found on the bottles or packaging:

Check your medication and if it matches any of the recall information above, contact your healthcare provider or pharmacy for a replacement or possible refund. This recall was classified as Class II; This means the recalled tablets could cause minor, temporary health problems.

For questions regarding this recall, contact FDA at 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332).

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