US Drug Recall Register
Class II · Moderate risk Terminated Initiated Oct 8, 2018 (8 years ago)

Gentamicin Sulfate Ophthalmic Solution, USP 0.3%, 5 mL dropper bottle, Rx Only…

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

Why it was recalled

Presence of Particulate Matter: Crystalline particles were noticed at the 24 month clarity testing.

What was recalled

Gentamicin Sulfate Ophthalmic Solution, USP 0.3%, 5 mL dropper bottle, Rx Only, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc. Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 17478-283-10

Recalling firm
Akorn, Inc.
NDC code
17478-283-10
Origin
IL, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0414-2019

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.

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