7,100 bottles of Duloxetine, brand name Cymbalta, have been recalled for potential toxic chemical contamination.
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N-nitroso-duloxetine is part of a group of chemicals known asnitrosaminesthat are commonly found in food and water products.
Why were nitrosamines present?
There are multiple reasons why nitrosamines can be present in drugs.
As foods and drugs are processed in the body, nitrosamines can also be formed.
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FDA continues to test and research possible sources for drugs found to contain nitrosamines.
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Are all duloxetine bottles being recalled?
This recall pertains specifically to the 20mg Duloxetine Delayed-Release Capsules, packaged in 500-count bottles.
The lot number for the affected products is 220128, and they have an expiration date of 12/2024.
A total of 7,104 bottles are included in the recall.
These medications are used to treat depression, anxiety and sometimes nerve pain.
Although SSNRIs are typically taken daily, it can take several weeks before their therapeutic effects are noticeable.
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