US Drug Recall Register
Class II · Moderate risk Terminated Initiated Apr 10, 2014 (12 years ago)

Muro 128 (sodium chloride) hypertonicity ophthalmic ointment, 5%, packaged in a) 1 g tube…

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

Why it was recalled

Crystallization: Crystal precipitate formation and an increase in the number of complaints associated with a gritty, sand-like feeling in the eye.

What was recalled

Muro 128 (sodium chloride) hypertonicity ophthalmic ointment, 5%, packaged in a) 1 g tube per carton, professional sample, NDC 24208-385-01, UPC 3 24208-385-01 2; b) 1/8 oz. (3.5 g) tube per carton, NDC 24208-385-55, UPC 3 24208-385-55 5; and c) 1/4 oz. (7 g) Twin Pack, Two 1/8 oz. (3.5 g) tubes per carton, NDC 24208-385-56, UPC 3 24208-385-56 3; Bausch & Lomb Incorporated, Tampa, FL 33637.

Recalling firm
Bausch & Lomb, Inc.
NDC code
24208-385-01
Origin
FL, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-1410-2014

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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