he latest results from the FDA’s testing of ranitidine products for N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) contamination showed NDMA levels similar to those found in common foods like grilled or smoked meats, according to CDER Director Janet Woodcock.
The agency posted a summary of its findings online. Novitium’s prescription ranitidine 300 mg topped the NDMA levels with 2.85 ppm. Aurobindos’ ranitidine 300 mg was next at 1.86 ppm.
The agency has also asked manufacturers to voluntarily recall another H2 blocker nizatidine, or Axid, if they find NDMA above the acceptable daily intake level because it is chemically similar to ranitidine. [FDANews]