Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- January 29, 2026
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brands
- METOPROLOL SUCCINATE, Actavis Pharma, Inc.
- Category
- Health & Personal Care
- Sold At
- Multiple Retailers
- Geographic Scope
- 1 states
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Drug Safety; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- METOPROLOL SUCCINATE, Actavis Pharma, Inc.
- Product type
- Extended-Release Tablet
- Model numbers
- Lot#: a) 0486G251, 0487G251, 0488G251; Exp.: 01/2027, b) 0486G252, 0487G253, 0488G252; Exp.: 01/2027
- UPC codes
- 45963-676, 45963-709, 45963-677, 45963-678, 45963-709-11, 45963-709-96, 45963-676-11, 45963-676-96 +3 more
- Sizes
- 100-tablet bottle, 1,000-tablet bottle
- Sold at
- Multiple Retailers
- Where affected
- ALL
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
January 29, 2026
Reported by FDA DRUG
March 11, 2026
RecallRadar source check
March 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
Failed Dissolution Specifications
What You Should Do
Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using this product immediately. Contact Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc or your healthcare provider for guidance. Notification method: Letter
About This Product
Metoprolol succinate extended-release tablets are used to treat high blood pressure and other heart-related conditions. They are prescribed and dispensed by healthcare professionals.
Why This Is Dangerous
The dissolution failure means the medicine may not release the active ingredient as designed, potentially reducing effectiveness or causing unpredictable effects.
Industry Context
This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the notice.
Real-World Impact
Patients may experience reduced therapeutic effect or unpredictable blood pressure control. The recall impacts a large nationwide distribution and requires immediate clinician guidance.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Check NDC: 45963-676-11 (100-tablet bottle) or 45963-676-96 (1,000-tablet bottle)
- Look for name Metoprolol Succinate Extended-Release 50 mg on the bottle
Where to find product info
NDC and lot numbers are on the bottle label near the bottom or back panel.
What timeline to expect
Recall status is active. No specific replacement timeline provided. Monitor Teva FDA notices for updates.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Ask your healthcare provider for guidance if Teva is unresponsive.
- Consider contacting your pharmacist for alternatives and guidance on securing medication.
How to prevent similar issues
- Verify NDC and lot numbers on any substituted product.
- Only obtain prescription medications through licensed providers and pharmacies.
- Ask for full counseling on any beta-blocker switch or substitution.
Documentation advice
Keep the recall notice, bottle labels, and all correspondence with Teva. Document dates, conversations, and any adverse effects.
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Product Details
NDCs: 45963-676-11 (50 mg, 100-tablet bottles) and 45963-676-96 (50 mg, 1,000-tablet bottles). Sold nationwide. Rx Only. Manufacturer: Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., Parsippany, NJ 07054. Quantity: 67,043 bottles. Price: Unknown. Model/Lot information: Lot numbers a) 0486G251, 0487G251, 0488G251; Exp. 01/2027. Lot numbers b) 0486G252, 0487G253, 0488G252; Exp. 01/2027.
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