US Drug Recall Register
Class II · Moderate risk Terminated Initiated Oct 18, 2018 (8 years ago)

GENTAMICIN OPTH-SOL 5ml Compare: Garamycin. 5-mL plastic dropper bottle, Mfg: AKORN…

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 by manufacturer at the 24 month clarity testing.

What was recalled

GENTAMICIN OPTH-SOL 5ml Compare: Garamycin. 5-mL plastic dropper bottle, Mfg: AKORN 17478-0283-10. NDC 52959-0103-00

Recalling firm
H J Harkins Company Inc dba Pharma Pac
NDC code
52959-0103-00
Origin
CA, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0415-2019

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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