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Recall alert: 11K bottles of blood pressure medications recalled
By Natalie Dreier, Cox Media Group National Content Desk at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
Thousands of bottles of blood pressure medications have been recalled, the Food and Drug Administration announced. Read more trending newsThe recall affects 25mg chlorthalidone tablets that came in bottles of 100 or 1000 tablets and is due to the medication failing dissolution specifications, the...
Key takeaway Read more trending newsThe recall affects 25mg chlorthalidone tablets that came in bottles of 100 or 1000 tablets and is due to the medication failing dissolution specifications, the...
Why this matters in The Atlanta
For Atlanta residents taking chlorthalidone to manage high blood pressure or fluid retention, this recall is a concerning development. Given that the recalled bottles were distributed nationwide, it's likely that some of these medications made their way to pharmacies and healthcare providers in the Atlanta area. Patients who take this medication should check the NDC numbers on their bottles to determine if they are affected by the recall. The fact that the recall was classified as Class II suggests that the risk of serious adverse health consequences is low, but it's still crucial for individuals to take action to ensure their safety. Atlanta's healthcare community should be vigilant in notifying patients who may be impacted and providing guidance on alternative treatments or replacement medications. Local pharmacies should also be prepared to handle returns and exchanges of the recalled medication.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Thousands of bottles of blood pressure medications have been recalled, the Food and Drug Administration announced. Read more trending newsThe recall affects 25mg chlorthalidone tablets that came in bottles of 100 or 1000 tablets and is due to the medication failing dissolution specifications, the...
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