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Blood pressure drug recall hits 21,620 bottles in US

RECALL

Blood pressure drug recall hits 21,620 bottles

Viatris recalled 21,620 bottles of a blood pressure drug across the United States.

THE DRUG

The drug mixes two medicines in one tablet

Each tablet holds telmisartan at 40 milligrams and amlodipine at 5 milligrams.

THE PROBLEM

Some tablets may be too strong

The FDA says some tablets may hold more telmisartan than the label states.

THE LOTS

Five lots are on the recall list

Lots 3228113, 3228114 and 3228115 expire on October 31, 2026.

THE LOTS

Two more lots expire in November

Lots 3228120 and 3228121 expire on November 30, 2026.

CHECK NOW

Check the lot number on your bottle

The lot number sits near the expiry date on your bottle label.

TIMELINE

The recall started on October 1

Viatris started the recall on its own, and the FDA listed it soon after.

RISK LEVEL

Class III is the lowest risk level

The FDA says use of the drug is not likely to cause harm.

SYMPTOMS

Too much can lower pressure too far

Taking too much can cause low blood pressure, dizziness, or a rapid heart rate.

WARNING

Do not stop on your own

The FDA notice warns that a sudden stop can cause harm too.

WHAT TO DO

Call your doctor or pharmacist first

A drug store can swap a recalled bottle for one from a safe lot.

FULL STORY

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Tap through to the article for the full five-lot list and FDA advice.

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