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FDA Drug recall · Reported November 21, 2012

Tobramycin Ophthalmic Oint., 0.3%, 5ml bottle, (Generic for: Tobrex), Rx only, Sterile, Mfg By Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 16590-224-05,

Labeling: Label Mix-up: The affected units were labeled incorrectly describing the product as "ointment" instead of "solution."

Recall #
D-050-2013
Affected scope
22 units
Initiated
June 18, 2012
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Stat Rx USA recalled Tobramycin Ophthalmic Oint., 0.3%, 5ml bottle, (Generic for: Tobrex), Rx only, Sterile, M… - a low-severity action.

Tobramycin Ophthalmic Oint., 0.3%, 5ml bottle, (Generic for: Tobrex), Rx only, Sterile, M… was recalled by Stat Rx USA in November 21, 2012. Reason: Labeling: Label Mix-up: The affected units were labeled incorrectly describing the product as "ointment" inst…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-050-2013 with the FDA Drug before acting.

The recall

Stat Rx USA issued this low-severity FDA Drug recall-Labeling: Label Mix-up: The affected units were labeled incorrectly describing the product as "ointment" inst….

Low
severity level
22 units
affected scope
Class III
classification
November 21, 2012
reported

Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-050-2013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Drug action (record #D-050-2013) was formally reported on November 21, 2012, with the manufacturer initiating the action on June 18, 2012. It is classified under Low severity (Class III), with a current status of Terminated. Stat Rx USA is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Gainesville, GA. Federal records list the affected scope as 22 units.

The documented reason for this recall is: Labeling: Label Mix-up: The affected units were labeled incorrectly describing the product as "ointment" instead of "solution." Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: FL, PA, and VA.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 5 from FDA Drug - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Drugs & Medications recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category - 14,287 drugs & medications recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified low severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Severity

Low

Affected scope

22 units

Related Recalls

6

5 from same agency

Product description

Tobramycin Ophthalmic Oint., 0.3%, 5ml bottle, (Generic for: Tobrex), Rx only, Sterile, Mfg By Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 16590-224-05,

Reason for recall

Labeling: Label Mix-up: The affected units were labeled incorrectly describing the product as "ointment" instead of "solution."

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Drug recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Low (Class III)
Status Terminated
Recall number D-050-2013
Date reported November 21, 2012
Date initiated June 18, 2012
Recalling firm Stat Rx USA
Firm location Gainesville, GA
Affected scope 22 units
Distribution FL, PA, and VA.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Drug enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

22 units units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

  • Check the recall number (D-050-2013) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Drug record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Tobramycin Ophthalmic Oint., 0.3%, 5ml bottle, (Generic for: Tobrex), Rx only, Sterile, Mfg By Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 16590-224-05,. Recalled by Stat Rx USA. Units affected: 22 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Labeling: Label Mix-up: The affected units were labeled incorrectly describing the product as "ointment" instead of "solution."
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on November 21, 2012. Severity: Low. Recall number: D-050-2013.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: FL, PA, and VA..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (D-050-2013) against your product. Visit the official FDA Drug website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Drug, reported November 21, 2012. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.