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Thousands of bottles of blood pressure medication recalled by FDA

NBC 5 Chicago • November 4, 2026 • health

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More than 3,700 bottles of blood pressure medication containing Olmesartan Medoxomil, Amlodipine, and Hydrochlorothiazide were recalled nationwide due to failure to dissolve properly, according to the FDA.
The recall, issued by Macleods Pharma USA Inc. on October 7 and classified as Class II on October 26, indicates the pills could cause temporary or reversible health issues, though serious health risks are considered low.
The recalled products included 3,528 bottles of 30-count and 216 bottles of 90-count tablets in dosages of 40 mg, 10 mg, and 12.5 mg.
These medications are commonly prescribed to treat hypertension, or high blood pressure, according to the Mayo Clinic.
NBC Chicago has contacted Macleods Pharma for further comment, but no additional information has been released.