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Recall alert: Nearly 1M bottles of kidney, heart medications recalled
By Natalie Dreier, Cox Media Group National Content Desk at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
The Food and Drug Administration has announced the recall of almost one million bottles of kidney and heart medications.Read more trending newsThe recall affects Corlanor (ivabradine) and Sensipar (cinacalcet), both distributed nationwide by Amgen Inc. They were distributed from Oct. 28, 2021, to...
Key takeaway The Corlanor recall is due to the presence of a foreign substance, while the recall for Sensipar is due to CGMP deviations, the FDA said in an alert.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The recall of nearly one million bottles of Corlanor and Sensipar medications has significant implications for Atlanta residents, particularly those with chronic heart failure or kidney disease. As these medications are distributed nationwide, it is likely that many patients in the Atlanta area are affected by this recall. Patients who take Corlanor for chronic heart failure or Sensipar for hyperparathyroidism should be vigilant in checking their medication bottles against the recall list. The fact that the recall is due to a foreign substance in Corlanor and CGMP deviations in Sensipar raises concerns about the manufacturing process and the potential risks to patients. Atlanta's healthcare providers and pharmacies will play a crucial role in notifying patients and providing alternative treatments, making it essential for them to be proactive in addressing this recall and minimizing disruptions to patient care.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The Food and Drug Administration has announced the recall of almost one million bottles of kidney and heart medications.Read more trending newsThe recall affects Corlanor (ivabradine) and Sensipar (cinacalcet), both distributed nationwide by Amgen Inc. They were distributed from Oct. 28, 2021, to...
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