Proparacaine Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, USP, 0.5%, 15 mL per dropper bottle, Sterile, Rx ...

FDA Recall #D-1388-2020 — Class III — December 26, 2019

Recall #D-1388-2020 Date: December 26, 2019 Classification: Class III Status: Terminated

Product Description

Proparacaine Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, USP, 0.5%, 15 mL per dropper bottle, Sterile, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045. NDC 17478-263-12

Reason for Recall

Chemical contamination; out of specification results obtained for equipment cleaning residue rinse sample

Recalling Firm

Akorn, Inc. — Lake Forest, IL

Classification

Class III — Not likely to cause adverse health consequences.

Product Type

Drugs

Product Quantity

33,343 bottles

Distribution

Nationwide USA and Puerto Rico

Code Information

Lot 9E52A, exp 04/2021

Status

Terminated

Voluntary / Mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated