Metformin NDMA Contamination Class Action Settlement
Metformin NDMA Contamination Class Action Settlement
Teva, Granules, and Heritage have agreed to a $5.55 million settlement to resolve claims that their generic metformin-containing drugs were contaminated with NDMA, a probable human carcinogen. If you paid for these generic drugs between July 20, 2015 and June 2, 2020, you may be eligible for a cash payment.
Claim Value:
Pro rata of $5.5M
Overview
A $5.55 million settlement has been reached in a class action lawsuit alleging that certain generic metformin-containing drugs manufactured, distributed, or sold by Teva, Granules, or Heritage were contaminated with N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA), a probable human carcinogen, and did not meet FDA standards. The lawsuit, In re Metformin Marketing and Sales Practices Litigation, claims economic losses for individuals and entities who paid for these contaminated generic drugs between July 20, 2015 and June 2, 2020. The total settlement amount is made up of $3 million from Teva and $2.55 million from Granules and Heritage.
A list of qualifying NDCs is available here: https://inremetforminsettlement.com/media/ymhe5i3f/metformin-ndc-list-v3.xlsx
Eligibility
You may be a Settlement Class Member if you purchased or paid for generic metformin-containing drugs manufactured, distributed, or sold by Teva, Granules, or Heritage from July 20, 2015 to June 2, 2020.
You purchased or paid for generic metformin-containing drugs that were intended for personal or household use.
The medication was manufactured, distributed, or sold by Teva, Granules, or Heritage.
The purchase occurred between July 20, 2015 and June 2, 2020.
Third-party payors (health plans or insurers) who paid or reimbursed some or all of the purchase price are also eligible.
This settlement covers economic loss claims only and does not include personal injury or wrongful death claims. Exclusions apply for defendants, resellers, direct purchasers, fully insured health plans, PBMs, and government entities.
File Your Claim by July 10, 2026
Submit your claim online to receive a cash payment.
Provide proof of purchase such as pharmacy records, receipts, or insurance statements.
Claims must be submitted by July 10, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
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