Murocel (methylcellulose) Lubricant Opthalmic Solution (USP, 1%), 15 mL bottle, OTC, Manufactured...

FDA Recall #D-1370-2012 — Class II — July 6, 2011

Recall #D-1370-2012 Date: July 6, 2011 Classification: Class II Status: Terminated

Product Description

Murocel (methylcellulose) Lubricant Opthalmic Solution (USP, 1%), 15 mL bottle, OTC, Manufactured by Bausch & Lomb Incorporated, Tampa, FL 33637, NDC 24208-280-15

Reason for Recall

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Bausch & Lomb, Inc. is recalling 7 Lots of Murocel Methylcellulose Lubricant Opthalmic Solution 1% (15 mL). Product was found to be OOS for Antimicrobial Effectiveness testing (AET) at the 12 month stability time point.

Recalling Firm

Bausch & Lomb, Inc. — Tampa, FL

Classification

Class II — May cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Product Type

Drugs

Product Quantity

59,777 bottles

Distribution

Nationwide

Code Information

Lot#: 467061, Exp 09/11; 487551, Exp 11/11; 507521, Exp 1/12; 548051, Exp 5/12; 132171, Exp 8/12; 136571, Exp 11/12; 140181, Exp 1/13.

Status

Terminated

Voluntary / Mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated