US Drug Recall Register
Class II · Moderate risk Terminated Initiated Apr 13, 2022 (4 years ago)

TobraDex (tobramycin and dexamethasone), Ophthalmic Ointment, 3.5 gm, Rx only…

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

Why it was recalled

cGMP deviations: Temperature abuse

What was recalled

TobraDex (tobramycin and dexamethasone), Ophthalmic Ointment, 3.5 gm, Rx only, Manufacturer: Novartis, NDC 0078-0876-01

Recalling firm
Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Corporate Office
NDC code
0078-0876-01
Origin
VA, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-0995-2022

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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