PlainRecalls
FDA Drug Moderate Class II Terminated

Bromfenac Ophthalmic Solution 0.09%, packaged in a) 1.7 mL bottle (NDC 60505-0595-05), b) 2.5 mL bottle (NDC 60505-0596-04), Rx Only, Mfg for: Apotex Corp., Weston, FL 33326.

Reported: October 21, 2015 Initiated: August 25, 2015 #D-0009-2016

Product Description

Bromfenac Ophthalmic Solution 0.09%, packaged in a) 1.7 mL bottle (NDC 60505-0595-05), b) 2.5 mL bottle (NDC 60505-0596-04), Rx Only, Mfg for: Apotex Corp., Weston, FL 33326.

Reason for Recall

Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Failed preservative effectiveness testing

Details

Recalling Firm
Apotex Inc.
Units Affected
5,520 bottles (Lot MF0537), 2,828 bottles (Lot MF8090), and 20,454 bottles (Lot MF0532)
Distribution
Nationwide
Location
Toronto, N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Bromfenac Ophthalmic Solution 0.09%, packaged in a) 1.7 mL bottle (NDC 60505-0595-05), b) 2.5 mL bottle (NDC 60505-0596-04), Rx Only, Mfg for: Apotex Corp., Weston, FL 33326.. Recalled by Apotex Inc.. Units affected: 5,520 bottles (Lot MF0537), 2,828 bottles (Lot MF8090), and 20,454 bottles (Lot MF0532).
Why was this product recalled?
Lack of Assurance of Sterility: Failed preservative effectiveness testing
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on October 21, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: D-0009-2016.