Generic versions of the heartburn drug Zantac have been recalled after there were low levels of a probable carcinogen found in the products. 
According to USA Today, the US Food and Drug Administration announced in January that there would be more recalls of ranitidine medications. In addition to heartburn, some consumers take these drugs to treat issues with ulcers.
It was reported that low levels of NDMA (nitrosodimethlamine) have been found in the drugs. NDMA is a carcinogen that has been found in other prescriptions, including several versions of blood pressure medications, leading to additional recalls.
In 2019, CVS and Walgreens suspended sales of Zantac and different generic versions over contamination concerns. The recall announced last month involved lots produced by Denton Pharma and Appco Pharma.
Zantac is manufactured by Sanofi. If you have concerns that your medication may be involved in a recall, you can visit the FDA’s website and search for items using a drug name or lot number. This page also has information linked to food recalls.
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