A nationwide recall is underway for more than 11,000 bottles of a common blood pressure medication, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reported. The drugs\u2014a generic version of Ziac\u2014were initially recalled on Nov. 21 after sample testing found trace amounts of a cholesterol medication made by the same company, Glenmark Pharmaceuticals. On Dec. 1, the FDA gave the recall a Class III risk level, indicating a low risk of harm.\n<\/p>\n
The recall impacts prescription 2.5-milligram\/6.25-milligram bisoprolol fumarate and hydrochlorothiazide tablets in the following sizes and codes:\n<\/p>\n
The FDA did not provide specific instructions, but Class III recalls are unlikely to cause adverse health consequences, and stopping a medication could be riskier.\n<\/p>\n
\u201cWhile recall notifications can be frightening, it\u2019s important to contact your healthcare provider right away for advice before making any changes to your medication routine,\u201d advised Jennifer Young, PharmD, BCPS, CSP<\/a>, lead medication safety specialist at the Institute for Safe Medication Practices. \u201cSome medicines … should not be stopped suddenly.\u201d\n<\/p>\n You can also contact Glenmark’s customer service center with any questions at GlobalCustomerService@glenmarkpharma.com\u00a0or at 1-888-721-7115.\n<\/p>\n Thanks for your feedback!<\/p>\n