HIGH

Westminster Pharmaceuticals Metoprolol Tartrate 50 mg Recall Over Nitrosamine Above ADI Level (2025)

Westminster Pharmaceuticals recalls 16,672 boxes of Metoprolol Tartrate 50 mg tablets nationwide after nitrosamine exceeds Acceptable Daily Intake. Manufactured by Renata PLC in Bangladesh and distributed in the US by Westminster Pharmaceuticals. Consumers should stop using the product and contact their healthcare provider for guidance.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
August 6, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brands
METOPROLOL TARTRATE, Westminster Pharmaceuticals
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Unknown
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL, PREGNANT, ELDERLY

Hazard Information

CGMP Deviations: Presence of a nitrosamine, N-nitroso-metoprolol above the established Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) level.

What You Should Do

Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using this product immediately. Contact Westminster Pharmaceuticals LLC or your healthcare provider for guidance. Notification method: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit

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About This Product

Metoprolol tartrate is a beta-blocker used to treat high blood pressure and other heart-related conditions. It is prescribed and distributed as a generic medication.

Why This Is Dangerous

Nitrosamines are potential carcinogens. Exceeding ADI implies potential long-term cancer risk with prolonged exposure.

Industry Context

This recall is part of ongoing FDA monitoring for nitrosamine contaminants in human drugs.

Real-World Impact

The recall affects patients relying on these tablets for cardiovascular conditions. It requires immediate termination of use and medical consultation for alternatives.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check batch numbers on the bottle label: R55230021, R55230031, R55230041, R55230051, R55230061, R55230071, R55230081, R55230091, R55230101, R55230111, R55230121, R55230131, R55230141, R55230151, R55240011, R55240021.
  2. Verify NDC 69367-354-10.
  3. Confirm 50 mg strength and 1000-count bottle.

Where to find product info

NDC 69367-354-10 on label; batch number on bottle label.

What timeline to expect

Refunds or replacements typically take 4-8 weeks after verification.

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all contact attempts.
  • Escalate to FDA or consumer protection offices if manufacturer remains unresponsive.

How to prevent similar issues

  • For future drug recalls, monitor FDA recall notices and verify NDC and batch numbers before taking medications.
  • Ask pharmacists for lot-specific safety updates.
  • Be mindful of nitrosamine recalls in other medications.

Documentation advice

Keep all recall notices, bottle labels, batch numbers, and communications with pharmacy or provider. Save receipts and timelines.

Product Details

Metoprolol Tartrate Tablets, USP, 50 mg, 1000-count bottles. Manufactured by Renata PLC (General Plant -2), Noyapara, Bhawal Mirzapur, Rajendrapur, Gazipur, 1700 Bangladesh. Distributed by Westminster Pharmaceuticals, LLC, Nashville, TN 37217. NDC 69367-354-10. Batch numbers include R55230021 through R55230151 and R55240011, R55240021. Quantity recalled: 16,672 bottles. Sold nationwide in the USA.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported in the provided data.

Key Facts

  • 16,672 1000-count bottles recalled
  • N-nitroso-metoprolol exceeds ADI
  • Batch numbers: R55230021, R55230031, R55230041, R55230051, R55230061, R55230071, R55230081, R5523009
  • R55230101, R55230111, R55230121, R55230131, R55230141, R55230151, R55240011, R55240021
  • Nationwide distribution in the USA

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

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

Product Details

Model Numbers
Batch # R55230021
Batch # R55230031
Batch # R55230041
Batch # R55230051
Batch # R55230061
+11 more
UPC Codes
69367-354
69367-355
69367-354-10
+3 more
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
August 20, 2025
Source Agency
FDA - Drug Safety
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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