PlainRecalls
FDA Drug Low Class III Terminated

Azelastine HCl Ophthalmic Solution 0.05%, 6 mL in 10 mL HDPE bottle, 1 bottle per box, Rx only, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 17478-718-10

Reported: September 5, 2018 Initiated: August 8, 2018 #D-1168-2018

Product Description

Azelastine HCl Ophthalmic Solution 0.05%, 6 mL in 10 mL HDPE bottle, 1 bottle per box, Rx only, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 17478-718-10

Reason for Recall

Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications:out-of-specification (OOS) results for Azelastine N-oxide

Details

Recalling Firm
Akorn, Inc.
Units Affected
8,574 bottles
Distribution
Nationwide USA
Location
Lake Forest, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Azelastine HCl Ophthalmic Solution 0.05%, 6 mL in 10 mL HDPE bottle, 1 bottle per box, Rx only, Manufactured by: Akorn, Inc., Lake Forest, IL 60045, NDC 17478-718-10. Recalled by Akorn, Inc.. Units affected: 8,574 bottles.
Why was this product recalled?
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications:out-of-specification (OOS) results for Azelastine N-oxide
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on September 5, 2018. Severity: Low. Recall number: D-1168-2018.