Key Takeaway
Sodium Chloride Ophthalmic Solution, USP, 5%, 15 mL (0.5 fL oz.) bottle, Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 17478-623-12. by Akorn, Inc. was recalled on October 21, 2016. The hazard: Subpotent Drug: concentration of product is less than labeled amount.
Sodium Chloride Ophthalmic Solution, USP, 5%, 15 mL (0.5 fL oz.) bottle, Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 17478-623-12.
Description
Sodium Chloride Ophthalmic Solution, USP, 5%, 15 mL (0.5 fL oz.) bottle, Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 17478-623-12.
Hazard / Reason
Subpotent Drug: concentration of product is less than labeled amount.
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
Sodium Chloride Ophthalmic Solution, USP, 5%, 15 mL (0.5 fL oz.) bottle, Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 17478-623-12.
DrugsCompany Information
Akorn, Inc.
Lake Forest, IL, United States
View all 192 recalls by Akorn, Inc. →Distribution
Nationwide and Puerto Rico
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