D-1388-2020 Class III Terminated

Recalled by Akorn, Inc. — Lake Forest, IL

FDA drug recall D-1388-2020 was initiated by Akorn, Inc. on December 26, 2019 and is designated Class III. Reason for recall: Chemical contamination; out of specification results obtained for equipment cleaning residue rinse sample The recall status is terminated (terminated July 28, 2022). Affected quantity: 33,343 bottles.

Recall Details

Product Type
Drugs
Report Date
July 22, 2020
Initiation Date
December 26, 2019
Termination Date
July 28, 2022
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Product Quantity
33,343 bottles

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

Distribution Pattern

Nationwide USA and Puerto Rico

Code Information

Lot 9E52A, exp 04/2021