PlainRecalls
FDA Drug Low Class III Terminated

Levofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution, 0.5%, Sterile, packaged in 5mL bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured by Hi-Tech Pharmacal Co., Inc., Amityville, NY 11707, NDC 50383-283-05

Reported: March 15, 2017 Initiated: February 7, 2017 #D-0514-2017

Product Description

Levofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution, 0.5%, Sterile, packaged in 5mL bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured by Hi-Tech Pharmacal Co., Inc., Amityville, NY 11707, NDC 50383-283-05

Reason for Recall

Failed Impurities/ Degradation Specifications: OOS for related compound (levofloxacin n-oxide) at the 18 month stability time point.

Details

Recalling Firm
Actavis Inc
Units Affected
14280 bottles
Distribution
Nationwide
Location
Parsippany, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Levofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution, 0.5%, Sterile, packaged in 5mL bottles, Rx Only, Manufactured by Hi-Tech Pharmacal Co., Inc., Amityville, NY 11707, NDC 50383-283-05. Recalled by Actavis Inc. Units affected: 14280 bottles.
Why was this product recalled?
Failed Impurities/ Degradation Specifications: OOS for related compound (levofloxacin n-oxide) at the 18 month stability time point.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on March 15, 2017. Severity: Low. Recall number: D-0514-2017.