Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.
Failed Stability Specifications: Out of specification for weight loss at the 18-month stability timepoint and projected weight loss of 21.1% at shelf life.
Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Solution, USP 0.5%, 2.5 mL, Rx Only, Mfg by: Apotex Inc. Toronto, Ontario Canada M9L 1T9 Mfg for: Apotex Corp. Weston, FL 33326, NDC 60505-1005-4
What should you do? A recall doesn't always mean your specific bottle is affected - it often applies to certain lots only. Check the lot number on your package against the FDA notice, and talk to your pharmacist before stopping any medication.
Reason Defective Container: Firm received multiple complaints of broken cap spikes and undeliverable drops.
Reason Lack of Assurance of Sterility
Reason Lack of Assurance of Sterility; atypical weight loss due to improper bottle sealing leading to potential sterility concerns
Reason Defective Container: spike of the cap becomes lodged in the nozzle of the product bottle.
Reason Lack of Assurance of Sterility
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