US Drug Recall Register
Class II · Moderate risk Ongoing Initiated Jan 30, 2024 (3 years ago)

Equate Stye Lubricant Eye Ointment (Mineral Oil 31.9%, White Petrolatum 57.7%), Packaged…

Class II — Moderate risk. May cause temporary or reversible harm; serious harm unlikely.

Why it was recalled

Lack of Assurance of Sterility

What was recalled

Equate Stye Lubricant Eye Ointment (Mineral Oil 31.9%, White Petrolatum 57.7%), Packaged in 3.5 g tubes, Distributed by Walmart Inc., Bentonville, AR 72716, NDC 79903-028-35, UPC 681131395304

Recalling firm
Brassica Pharma Pvt Ltd
NDC code
79903-028-35
Origin
India
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0352-2024

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.