Class III · Low riskTerminated Initiated Sep 6, 2019 (7 years ago)
Gatifloxacin Ophthalmic Solution 0.5%, 2.5 mL per bottle, Rx Only, Mfd. for: Mylan…
Class III — Low risk. Unlikely to cause harm, but violates FDA regulations.
Why it was recalled
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications:OOS for unknown impurity.
What was recalled
Gatifloxacin Ophthalmic Solution 0.5%, 2.5 mL per bottle, Rx Only, Mfd. for: Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc., Morgantown, WV 26505. Made in India. NDC: 0378-5431-35
Recalling firm
Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Origin
WV, United States
Initiated by
Voluntary: Firm initiated
FDA recall number
D-1848-2019
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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