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CVS Health Sodium Chloride Ophthalmic Ointment USP, 5%, 3.5 g tubes, Distributed By: CVS Pharmacy...

FDA Recall #D-0861-2020 — Class III — February 21, 2020

Recall #D-0861-2020 Date: February 21, 2020 Classification: Class III Status: Terminated

Product Description

CVS Health Sodium Chloride Ophthalmic Ointment USP, 5%, 3.5 g tubes, Distributed By: CVS Pharmacy Inc. One CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895, NDC 59779-303-01

Reason for Recall

Presence of Particulate Matter: Brown spots observed on the inside of the tube of product, identified as tin with trace copper, which are the base of the materials of construction for the tube.

Recalling Firm

Akorn, Inc. — Lake Forest, IL

Classification

Class III — Not likely to cause adverse health consequences.

Product Type

Drugs

Product Quantity

N/A

Distribution

Nationwide within United States and Puerto Rico

Code Information

Lot #:8G50A, Exp. Date 06/2021

Status

Terminated

Voluntary / Mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

What Should You Do?

Stop using this medication immediately and contact your pharmacist or doctor. Do not flush medications down the drain. Return the product to the place of purchase for a refund or replacement.

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