HIGH

Glenmark Carvedilol 25 mg Recall for Nitrosamine Impurity Affects 4,800 Bottles (2025)

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals recalls 4,800 bottles of Carvedilol 25 mg tablets distributed nationwide in the USA. The recall cites CGMP deviations and a nitrosamine impurity exceeding the Acceptable Intake Level. Consumers should stop using the product and contact Glenmark or their healthcare provider for guidance.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
August 7, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brands
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, CARVEDILOL
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL, PREGNANT, PREGNANT

Hazard Information

CGMP Deviations: Presence of a nitrosamine, N-Nitroso Carvedilol I Impurity above the current Acceptable Intake Level.

What You Should Do

Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using this product immediately. Contact Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA or your healthcare provider for guidance. Notification method: Letter

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About This Product

Carvedilol is a beta-blocker used for cardiovascular conditions and is dispensed Rx-only in 500-count bottles.

Why This Is Dangerous

Nitrosamine impurity exceeds Acceptable Intake Level, CGMP deviations raise potential safety concerns.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided data.

Real-World Impact

Requires immediate discontinuation from patient regimens; potential regulatory and safety concerns for patients on carvedilol.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check NDC 68462-165-05
  2. Look for Lot#: 19243104 on the bottle
  3. Check expiration date 7/31/2026
  4. Verify country of manufacture: India

Where to find product info

FDA recall page and Glenmark notice; look for the D-0579-2025 identifier

What timeline to expect

Notification letters to patients and healthcare providers; refunds or replacements issued per company process

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Keep copies of all communications
  • Contact FDA consumer complaint line if no response after the recall notice

How to prevent similar issues

  • Verify NDC before dispensing or purchasing carvedilol
  • Ask clinicians about recalled lots before renewing prescriptions
  • Monitor for nitrosamine-related recalls in other medications

Documentation advice

Retain recall letter, photos of bottle and label, prescription records, and all communications

Product Details

Product: Carvedilol Tablets, USP, 25 mg, 500-count bottle. Manufacturer: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd, Colvale-Bardez, Goa, India. Manufactured for Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, Inc., USA, Mahwah, NJ. NDC 68462-165-05. Quantity recalled: 4,800 bottles. Distribution: Nationwide in the USA. Status: Active recall as of 2025-08-07.

Reported Incidents

No specific injuries or adverse events are detailed in the recall notice.

Key Facts

  • 4,800 bottles recalled
  • N-Nitroso Carvedilol I impurity above AIIL
  • NDC 68462-165-05
  • Lot#:19243104
  • Expires: 7/31/2026

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERALPREGNANTPREGNANTPREGNANTPREGNANTPREGNANT
Injury Types
POISONINGOTHER

Product Details

Model Numbers
Lot#:19243104
Expires: 7/31/2026
UPC Codes
68462-162
68462-163
68462-164
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Affected States
ALL
Report Date
August 20, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Drug Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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