Key Takeaway
Bromfenac Ophthalmic Solution 0.09%, packaged in a) 1.7 mL bottle (NDC 60505-0595-05), b) 2.5 mL bottle (NDC 60505-0596-04), Rx Only, Mfg for: Apotex Corp., Weston, FL 33326. by Apotex Inc. was recalled on August 25, 2015. The hazard: Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Failed preservative effectiveness testing
Bromfenac Ophthalmic Solution 0.09%, packaged in a) 1.7 mL bottle (NDC 60505-0595-05), b) 2.5 mL bottle (NDC 60505-0596-04), Rx Only, Mfg for: Apotex Corp., Weston, FL 33326.
Description
Bromfenac Ophthalmic Solution 0.09%, packaged in a) 1.7 mL bottle (NDC 60505-0595-05), b) 2.5 mL bottle (NDC 60505-0596-04), Rx Only, Mfg for: Apotex Corp., Weston, FL 33326.
Hazard / Reason
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Failed preservative effectiveness testing
Class II: Product that may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences.
Class II indicates the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects. The probability of serious harm is considered remote.
Products Affected
Bromfenac Ophthalmic Solution 0.09%, packaged in a) 1.7 mL bottle (NDC 60505-0595-05), b) 2.5 mL bottle (NDC 60505-0596-04), Rx Only, Mfg for: Apotex Corp., Weston, FL 33326.
DrugsDistribution
Nationwide
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