Michigan Recall Alert: FDA Recalls Blood Pressure Medication

Michigan shoppers may want to check their medicine cabinet, especially if they take medication for high blood pressure.

What Medication Is Being Recalled?

The FDA has issued an ongoing recall for a lot of chlorthalidone tablets, a medication that is commonly used to treat high blood pressure.

Why The Recall Was Issued

According to the FDA, the recall is tied to "failed dissolution specifications." Basically, that means the medicine may not dissolve the way it is supposed to once it is taken. If that happens, the medication may not work effectively, or patients may not be getting the correct dosage.

That is a big deal for people who depend on the medication to keep their blood pressure under control.

Chlorthalidone is often used to treat hypertension. It can also be used to help reduce extra fluid in the body for patients dealing with certain heart, liver, or kidney conditions.

How To Identify The Recalled Bottles

The recalled tablets were manufactured by Inventia Healthcare Limited in India and distributed by Rising Pharma Holdings, Inc., based in East Brunswick, New Jersey.

More than 11,000 bottles are included in the recall.

The recall includes 25-milligram chlorthalidone tablets in both 100-count and 1,000-count bottles.

What Michigan Shoppers Should Do Next

If you have the 100-tablet bottle, check the label for the code number 64980-599-01 and batch number RISA24001.

If you have the 1,000-tablet bottle, look for the code number 64980-599-10 and batch number RISB24002.

All the recalled bottles have an expiration date of 04/2027.

If you have one of these bottles in your house, do not just stop taking your medication without talking to your doctor. They will help you figure out the safest next step, whether that means a replacement, refund, or checking in with your doctor.