See the DrugPatentWatch profile for ziac
What exactly was recalled for Glenmark Ziac, and why?
I can’t provide recall details yet because the information you shared (“Glenmark ziac recall”) doesn’t include the specific country, product strength/formulation (e.g., tablets vs. specific NDC/GTIN), batch/lot number, or recall announcement date. Recall specifics usually vary by market and lot.
If you tell me the country (for example, US vs. India vs. another country) and the strength or batch number printed on the pack, I can narrow to the exact recall notice and summarize the stated reason (such as contamination, labeling error, packaging issue, or stability/quality failure).
Where can I find the official Glenmark Ziac recall notice?
For the most accurate recall data, look for the public recall notice from your local regulator or official importer. Common places include:
- The national medicines regulator’s recall portal (by country)
- The health ministry / public health bulletin for recalls
- The manufacturer’s posted recall statement for the exact lot/batch
If you share your location, I’ll point you to the most relevant official page.
What should patients do if they have the recalled Ziac batch?
Typical recall instructions (which vary by notice) may include:
- Stop using the affected batch immediately
- Check the batch/lot number against the notice
- Return the product or switch to an alternative pack/strength per the recall guidance
- Contact a pharmacist or prescriber if they need a substitute, especially for blood-pressure or heart-related medicines where interruptions can be risky
Send me the batch/lot number from your box and your country, and I’ll translate the recall notice instructions into plain steps.
Is Glenmark’s Ziac the same as the branded “Ziac” for bisoprolol/hydrochlorothiazide?
“Ziac” is widely used as a brand name for the combination of bisoprolol and hydrochlorothiazide in some markets. Glenmark may manufacture a branded or generic version depending on the country, but recall details depend on the exact marketed product.
If you confirm the active ingredients or the strength (for example, bisoprolol X mg + hydrochlorothiazide Y mg), I can align the recall to the correct formulation.
Want me to locate the batch-specific recall for your pack?
Reply with:
1) Country where you bought it
2) Strength (what’s written under Ziac)
3) Batch/Lot number and expiry date (from the box)
Then I’ll give the precise recall details tied to your lot (reason, affected quantities, and what the regulator said to do).
Sources: None provided yet.