Pfizer recalls Accupril blood pressure tablets due to a nitrosamine impurity
CanadaPfizer recalls Accupril blood pressure tablets due to a nitrosamine impurity
Recalling Firm: Communications and Public Affairs Branch
Motivo del Retiro / Peligro
TranslatedContamination
Descripción del Producto e Identificación
TranslatedContinue taking your medication unless you have been advised to stop by your health care provider. Not treating your condition may pose a greater health risk.Contact your health care provider to discuss other treatment options. There is currently a reduced supply of combination quinapril hydrochloride and hydrochlorothiazide nationally; however, other drug products are available for treating high blood pressure.If you have questions about the recall, contact Pfizer Canada ULC at 1-800-463-6001 or www.pfizermedinfo.ca for medical enquiries, and at 1-800-387-4974 for general enquiries.Report any health product-related side effects or complaints to Health Canada.
Productos Afectados
TranslatedAccupril (quinapril hydrochloride) and Accuretic (quinapril hydrochloride and hydrochlorothiazide)
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| N I D | 63962 |
| U R L | https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/pfizer-recalls-accupril-blood-pressure-tablets-due-nitrosamine-impurity |
| Issue | Contamination |
| Title | Pfizer recalls Accupril blood pressure tablets due to a nitrosamine impurity |
| Product | Accupril (quinapril hydrochloride) and Accuretic (quinapril hydrochloride and hydrochlorothiazide) |
| Archived | 0 |
| Category | Drugs |
| Last updated | 2022-04-21 |
| Organization | Communications and Public Affairs Branch |
| What you should do | Continue taking your medication unless you have been advised to stop by your health care provider. Not treating your condition may pose a greater health risk.Contact your health care provider to discuss other treatment options. There is currently a reduced supply of combination quinapril hydrochloride and hydrochlorothiazide nationally; however, other drug products are available for treating high blood pressure.If you have questions about the recall, contact Pfizer Canada ULC at 1-800-463-6001 or www.pfizermedinfo.ca for medical enquiries, and at 1-800-387-4974 for general enquiries.Report any health product-related side effects or complaints to Health Canada. |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (Health Canada).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Pfizer recalls Accupril blood pressure tablets due to a nitrosamine impurity?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (Health Canada). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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