Key Takeaway

Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP, 10 mL per dropper bottle, Rx only, Hi-Tech Pharmacal Co, Inc., Amityville, NY 11701. NDC: 50383-901-10 by Akorn, Inc. was recalled on March 12, 2019. The hazard: Sub Potent Drug: OOS results observed for the Hydrocortisone assay during routine stability testing at 12 month controlled room temperature.

FDA Drug Class II Terminated

Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP, 10 mL per dropper bottle, Rx only, Hi-Tech Pharmacal Co, Inc., Amityville, NY 11701. NDC: 50383-901-10

Recalled: March 12, 2019 ~15,322 10 ml bottles units affected D-1011-2019

Description

Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP, 10 mL per dropper bottle, Rx only, Hi-Tech Pharmacal Co, Inc., Amityville, NY 11701. NDC: 50383-901-10

Hazard / Reason

Sub Potent Drug: OOS results observed for the Hydrocortisone assay during routine stability testing at 12 month controlled room temperature.

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

Hydrocortisone and Acetic Acid Otic Solution, USP, 10 mL per dropper bottle, Rx only, Hi-Tech Pharmacal Co, Inc., Amityville, NY 11701. NDC: 50383-901-10

Drugs

Company Information

Akorn, Inc.

Lake Forest, IL, United States

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Distribution

Nationwide USA and Puerto Rico

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