Fortamet (metformin HCl) extended release tablets, 1000 mg, 60-count bottle, Rx only, Manufactured by: Actavis Laboratories FL, Inc., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314, Distributed by: Shionogi Inc., Florham Park, NJ 07932, NDC 59630-575-60

Reason: Defective Delivery System: There is a potential for some tablets to be missing the laser drilling which might affect drug release.

Code information: Lot #: 1237868A, 1248900A, Exp 5/2020

Distribution pattern: Product was distributed throughout the United States. Bulk product was distributed to Takeda, Deerfield, IL and may have been further distributed.