Ascend Laboratories, Llc: Amlodipine And Olmesartan Medoxomil Tablets, 5mg/40mg

Recall Summary Ascend Laboratories is recalling Amlodipine and Olmesartan Medoxomil Tablets (5mg/40mg) distributed nationwide because the olmesartan medoxomil content in the tablets is below the specified amount. This medication is used to treat high blood pressure, and the low drug content means it may not work as intended. The recall affects 30-count bottles with NDC number 67877-501-30 that were manufactured by Alkem Laboratories Ltd. in India.

Recalling firm
Ascend Laboratories, LLC
Product
Amlodipine and Olmesartan Medoxomil Tablets, 5mg/40mg, Rx Only, 30-count bottle, Manufactured by: Alkem Laboratories Ltd., India, Distributed by: Ascend Laboratories, LLC., Parsippany, NJ 07054, NDC 67877-501-30.
Reason
Failed Dissolution Specifications: Olmesartan Medoxomil content below specifications
Classification
Class II
Category
drug recall
Country
United States
Agency
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Recall date
2026-05-05
Status
Ongoing
Areas affected
AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, ...
Distribution
U.S.A. Nationwide

Official recall notice from U.S. Food and Drug Administration

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