Metformin (Glucophage) recalls

Metformin is a first-line medication for type 2 diabetes. We track every FDA enforcement recall involving Metformin (Glucophage) — 43 recalls in our database, including 7 active.

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Recent Metformin recalls

Class IIActiveMar 13, 2025
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA — CGMP Deviations
Recall D-0328-2025
Class IIActiveFeb 25, 2025
A-S Medication Solutions LLC — Presence of Foreign Tablets/Capsules.
Recall D-0292-2025
Class IIDec 30, 2024
Granules Pharmaceuticals Inc. — Presence of Foreign Tablets/Capsules: A Paracetamol 500 mg tablet was found in a 1000-count bottle of Metformin HCL ER Tablets USP, 500 mg.
Recall D-0192-2025
Class IIMar 31, 2022
MERCK SHARP & DOHME CORP — Presence of foreign substance: Presence of stainless steel particulates in tablets.
Recall D-0746-2022
Class IIDec 27, 2021
VIONA PHARMACEUTICALS INC — CGMP Deviations- Detection of N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) levels in excess of the Acceptable Daily Intake Limit.
Recall D-0392-2022
Class IIJun 1, 2021
VIONA PHARMACEUTICALS INC — CGMP Deviations: Detection of N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) levels in excess of the Acceptable Daily Intake Limit.
Recall D-0640-2021
Class IIMay 4, 2021
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC — Presence of foreign substance: identified as activated carbon.
Recall D-0372-2021
Class IIMar 31, 2021
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC — Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Product
Recall D-0334-2021

Showing 8 of 43. See all Metformin recalls.

What to do if your Metformin is recalled

Don’t panic — and don’t stop taking it on your own. Suddenly stopping a prescription can be riskier than the recall itself.
Check the details. Recalls often affect specific lots, manufacturers, or strengths — not every bottle of Metformin.
Talk to your pharmacist or doctor about whether your supply is affected and what to do next.

This page is for information only and isn’t medical advice. Always follow your clinician’s guidance.

Metformin recall FAQs

How will I know if my Metformin is recalled?

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Are generic Metformin recalls common?

Most prescriptions filled in the US are generics, so most recalls involve generic products. A recall doesn’t mean the drug itself is unsafe — it usually affects specific lots or manufacturers.

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