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Pfizer Recalls Some Blood Pressure Medications

By: KDKA-TV News Staff

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Pfizer is recalling some blood pressure medication because of elevated levels of a potentially cancer-causing impurity.

The recall covers a half dozen lots of accuretic tablets and two generic versions of the medication.

Pfizer said it is not aware of any adverse events tied to the recall, but is advising patients to consult doctors about alternatives.

To read more about the recall, click here, and to see other recalls, click here.

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