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Pfizer Recalls Blood Pressure Medicines Over Carcinogen Pfizer Recalls Blood Pressure Medicines Over Carcinogen
Pfizer Recalls Blood Pressure Medicines Over Carcinogen Pfizer announced a nationwide recall of blood pressure medication that could potentially contain cancer-causing carcinogens. The pharmaceutical giant announced that it was recalling certain lots of the blood pressure drug Accuretic and two authorized cheaper versions of the drug due to the presence of elevated levels of a nitrosamine, an impurity that could cause cancer. “Nitrosamines are common in water and foods, including cured and grilled meats, dairy products, and vegetables,” Pfizer officials announced. “Everyone is exposed to some level of nitrosamines. These impurities may increase …

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