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Potential Refund for Metformin Purchases*
DUE IN 15 DAYS

Metformin NDMA Contamination Settlement

Potential refund if you bought generic metformin that may have been contaminated with NDMA, a probable carcinogen.

$5.5M
Total settlement
Jul 10, 2026
Deadline to claim

Description

A $5.55 million settlement resolves claims that Teva, Actavis, Granules, and Heritage falsely marketed their generic metformin as equivalent to brand-name Glucophage while it was allegedly contaminated with NDMA, a probable human carcinogen. If you paid for one of these generic metformin drugs between July 20, 2015 and June 2, 2020, you may be entitled to a payment from the settlement fund.

Who qualifies

  • Paid for a generic metformin-containing drug between July 20, 2015 and June 2, 2020
  • The medication was made, distributed, or sold by Teva, Actavis, Granules, or Heritage/Avet
  • It was purchased for personal or household use
  • Open to eligible U.S. purchasers

Payout is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. Settlement information is for general informational purposes only. Eligibility, legal representation, and any payment amount are determined by the settlement administrator, court, or participating law firm and are not guaranteed.