Millions of Americans take medication to keep their blood pressure in check. If you're one of them, it might be worth taking a closer look at your pill bottle.
Inventia Healthcare Limited, a drugmaker based in Mumbai, India, is voluntarily recalling 13,567 bottles of chlorthalidone tablets nationwide. The pills may not dissolve properly, which could mean patients absorb less medication than they need.
BLOOD PRESSURE MEDICATION RECALL: If you are one of millions of Americans taking medication to lower blood pressure, you may want to check the label. https://t.co/GJeKuubswH pic.twitter.com/razNsppWmP
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What to Look For
The recall covers bottles of 25 mg tablets with batch number RISA24002 and an expiration date of March 2027. Anyone with a bottle matching that description should reach out to their pharmacist or doctor.
Patients shouldn't stop taking blood pressure medication on their own. A health care provider can help arrange a replacement.
Not the First Time
This isn't Inventia's first problem this year. Back in June, the company recalled 11,460 bottles of another blood pressure medication that also failed to dissolve correctly.
Two recalls in a matter of months raise fair questions about quality control. It's also a reminder of how much America relies on overseas manufacturers for everyday medicines.
How Serious Is It?
The recall was first announced Sept. 3. On Sept. 17, the FDA labeled it Class II, meaning the product could cause temporary or medically reversible health effects.
That's a step below Class I, the category reserved for products that can cause serious harm or death. August's recall of nearly 1.6 million egg cartons over possible salmonella contamination fell into that top tier.
A Widespread Health Concern
According to the CDC, nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure, defined as a reading of 130/80 or higher. The condition raises the risk of heart disease and stroke, the country's leading causes of death.
The true number may be even higher. Analysts estimate about 1 in 6 people with hypertension don't know they have it.
Left unchecked, high blood pressure can also contribute to kidney disease, vision loss, dementia, and pregnancy complications.
Taking Charge of Your Health
Medication is only part of the picture. The CDC recommends 30 minutes of exercise five days a week, avoiding tobacco, cutting back on salt and alcohol, eating well, maintaining a healthy weight, and managing stress.